Job Description

Variety - the Children's Charity Ontario & Variety Village

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Job Posting

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Position Title: Trip Supervisor
Reports to: Program Coordinator
Job Type: Temporary Contract, Summer
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Variety Village, Scarborough ON
Rate: $21.50-$22.50 per hour based on experience and qualifications



Who we are:
Located in southwestern Scarborough, Ontario, Variety Village is an inclusive, adaptive, and family friendly facility serving more than 30,000 individuals each year. Variety Village has had, and continues to have, a profound impact on the lives of people with disabilities and their families. Through adaptive sport and recreation programming, outreach and education, Variety promotes inclusion and healthy living through adapted physical activity.

Summary:
The Trip Supervisor oversees all off-site camp activities at Variety Village, ensuring safe, engaging, and well-organized experiences for campers and staff. This role is responsible for planning and coordinating trips, managing logistics and budgets, supervising staff on excursions, and maintaining strong communication with families and leadership. The Trip Supervisor ensures adherence to camp policies, responds confidently to behavioural or emergency situations, and supports the overall success of off-site programming. Strong leadership, organizational skills, and experience working with children and individuals with disabilities are essential for this position.#

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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Assist Program Coordinators with instructor orientation.

Plan, book, and coordinate all camp outings, including locations and bus transportation if required. Track camp budgets, expenses, and credit card usage; collect, record, and file all receipts. Liaise with the Director to ensure budgets are accurate and up to date. Drive to and from trip sites if required and attend trips as needed. Supervise all instructors to ensure they are fulfilling their responsibilities. Handle conflicts related to scheduling, camper behaviour, and parent concerns. Provide excellent customer service and communication with families and caregivers. Apply knowledge of disabilities and behaviour-support strategies to manage group dynamics. Coordinate and respond to emergency situations as needed. Assist with lunches or low-staff situations when required. Lead weekly staff meetings with the Supervisor Team to update instructors, address concerns, share observations, and coordinate strategies. Perform other related duties to support departmental and organizational needs.

Qualifications and Key Competencies:

Valid certification in CPR-C, First Aid, and AED (minimum requirement).

Supervisory experience in camp or recreational settings. Previous experience as a Head Camp Instructor or equivalent leadership role is required. Experience in integrated programming and working with individuals with disabilities. Strong knowledge of Variety Village camps and operations, including staffing rotations, pool fouling procedures, and camp scheduling. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Demonstrated leadership abilities and ability to mentor staff. Dependable, reliable, and punctual. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Positive, proactive, and solution-focused approach to work. Participation in company training, including CPI and Plan to Protect.

Interested applicants must complete an Application Form by January 23, 2026. Please note that selected applicants will be required to participate in a multi-step interview process. A criminal check will also be required.



Application Form: https://forms.gle/UEuNPsXrw5H6nroD9

Variety Village is committed to building an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity, values differences, and supports the full participation of all employees. We welcome applications from those who are passionate about contributing to a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and included. We welcome applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2S & LGBTQIA+ persons, and anyone who can add to the diversity of our team. We offer accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process, upon request.

Vacancy and AI Disclosure:

This position is a current, active vacancy. We are actively recruiting to fill this role.
Variety Village does not use artificial intelligence (AI) in any part of our recruitment or hiring process. All applications, interviews, and notes are reviewed and conducted by our recruitment team.

We thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



For more information visit www.varietyvillage.ca