Summer Camp Director

Join the YMCA Overnight Camp Team!

Hiring: Summer Camp Director 2025
Camp: YMCA Camp Henry (YCH)
Location: Remote/London, Ontario before moving to full-time work at Camp Henry in Point Pelee National Park in Leamington, Ontario
Also hiring: Camp Henry Summer Camp Jobs 2025 | Details

Be the Spark! Join our professional and passionate team and be the spark that ignites the potential in others.

Our culture is of paramount importance to us. We formally measure employee engagement annually to ensure our employees are having an excellent employment experience. Our current level of engagement is 80%, compared to some Canadian employer statistics of 69%.

YMCA of Southwestern Ontario was founded in 1856 and has over 200 locations from Goderich to Point Pelee, and Windsor to Woodstock. We are one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada and have over 100 school age programs across our regions. We also offer settlement services to newcomers, employment programs, mental health support, and youth programs. YMCA of Southwestern Ontario operates two overnight camps, one in Point Pelee National Park, and one on Beausoleil Island in Muskoka. We also have 15 Health & Fitness branches across Southwestern Ontario.

Why The Y?

At the Y, our people are central to delivering our mission. We are committed to the development of healthy communities and welcome people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities.

We provide valuable training and development opportunities to help our team members grow professionally and personally.

We look for the following qualities in all of our employees and volunteers:

• Demonstrates our Core Values; Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility and Inclusivity
• Fun, Enthusiastic & Friendly Individuals
• Hardworking and Dependable
• Positive Role Model
• Team Player
• Professionalism
• Enjoy working in a Social Environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with Employees & Members

Employees and volunteers of YMCA of Southwestern Ontario are ambassadors for the Y both on and off the job. We rely on them to help share our mission and increase awareness of the positive impact the Y can have on the lives of people in their communities. Particularly how we are helping to create healthy children, healthy families, and healthy communities.

All employees and volunteers are required to provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record and may require a Vulnerable Sector Search as a condition of their employment. Police Record checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirements of the position, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered gainful employment.

As we continue to grow, we have a need for the following position:

Position: Camp Henry Overnight Director

Locations:

• YMCA Camp Henry - Point Pelee National Park, Leamington, ON
• Remote
• Wortley YMCA - 165 Elmwood Avenue, London, Ontario, N6C 0A8

Start Date: Immediately on a part time basis (5-10 hours/week), full time beginning in mid-May

Salary: $875/week. May-August (operating season) full time. September- April 5-10 hours/week, hourly rate between $22.00 and $25.00

As part of your total compensation:

• Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities, and discounts on YMCA Child Care and Camp programs
• Vacation entitlement in accordance with the employment standards regulations
• May be entitled to up to 12 paid personal days – applicable with position and contract length
• May be entitled to the YMCA Benefits package and Pension - applicable with position and contract length
• Be part of a caring and supportive network of people to help each other succeed
• Complimentary access to wellness and counselling services

Camp Henry is the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario’s newest overnight camp. It is located at Point Pelee National Park, amid over 8 km of wildlife and beaches along the beautiful shores of Lake Erie. The first of its kind in the area, the site offers both day overnight camp, family camp and outdoor education programs with the coolest accommodations: state-of-the-art “oTENTiks” (think ‘glamping’ for kids)!

In this role you will:

• Lead and ensure the quality and safety of camp experiences for children and youth.
• Inspire and support the overnight camp staff team, fostering their leadership and development.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality participant experiences that promote and reflect the YMCA core values and mission statement and YMCA Camping Quality Recommended Practices.
• Co-ordinate facility operations and schedules with Parks Canada for all buildings and ensure compliance to all relevant provincial regulations/standards.
• Provide onsite leadership and supervision of all operations during operating seasons.
• Act as an ambassador for the Y, demonstrating our core values (Caring, Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, Inclusiveness).

You bring:

• A meaningful connection to nature with a sense of adventure.
• A passion for supporting and motivating others through coaching and mentorship.
• Energy, flexibility, and problem-solving attitude – you thrive in a busy environment!
• A commitment to inclusion and building a sense of belonging for everyone.

What you need to succeed:

• Previous experience managing and supervising staff in a camp or outdoor education environment (minimum two years)
• Skills in communication, relationship building and organization.
• Current Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Why The Y?

The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to the development of healthy communities and open to people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Top Employers. We offer meaningful employment and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families.

As a multi-service charity, we provide childcare services, health and fitness branches, newcomer services, employment services, camps, and community programs to people across Southwestern Ontario. One of our Y’s strengths is creating quality programs for children and youth, and we are committed to helping our next generation grow and thrive.

At the Y:

• Be part of a caring and supportive network of people here to help each other succeed.
• Contribute to real, meaningful impact in the lives of children and youth.
• Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities.

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Apply here: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/wat0904/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/2849

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

NOTE: The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.

Candidates, please be advised that our recruitment process incorporates AI technology for initial application screening. This assists us in efficiently assessing qualifications. Rest assured, our recruiters will additionally review resumes to ensure a fair and accurate assessment is completed.