Position Title –Full Time, Contract – YMCA NL Locations
Wage Range: $16.00/HR
Job Competition #: APR-DCC-FT

The YMCA has been part of life in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1854. Our charity’s core programs of Health, Fitness, and Aquatics; Child Care and Day Camp; and Employment, Enterprise, and Newcomer Services are offered at more than 200 locations and points of delivery in our communities throughout the province. Our focus on inclusiveness and accessibility means we serve people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities through all stages of life.

Join Our Team

We are seeking energetic Day Camp Counsellors to join our team for April Day Camp. Day Camp counsellors will lead games, activities and support daily camp routines while creating a safe and inclusion environment. We have positions available at locations in St. John's, Placentia, Marystown, Bonavista and Central Labrador. This is a full time contract position from April 6th to April 10th, 2026 with training taking place the week of March 30th to April 5th, 2026.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 15 years old
• Experience working with children
• Experience working in a recreation setting is considered an asset
• Well developed interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Emergency First Aid and CPR Level C
• Criminal Records Check and Vulnerable Sectors Checks are reviewed on an individual basis

Benefits of Working with the YMCA

• Competitive compensation
• Free uniforms. No more deciding what to wear to work
• Enhance your health with a free health, fitness and aquatics membership (during contract)
• Keep your career dynamic through our professional development programs
• Work in an inclusive environment where caring, honesty, diversity, respect and responsibility are lived values
• Employee Referral Program – Receive monetary incentives for contributing to our hiring practices
• Employee Recognition Program

Key Competencies

• Creates a respectful and inclusive environment
• Takes personal responsibility for following through, responding and resolving issues and complaints
• Demonstrates personal discipline to produce high quality work and meet expectations and goals
• Self-manages behaviours, learns from mistakes, and seeks out feedback and coaching
• Reliable and punctual to ensure our team creates a great member experience
• Strong planning, organizational, leadership and communication skills