Assistant Director, Summer Day Camp
There is potential inside all of us – we all have it in us to shine.
Every charity exists to help solve a problem – our charity exists to help solve many problems, from childcare shortages, social isolation, mental health issues, access to wellness, and more. Today, our network is spread across 100+ program locations in HRM and the province, meeting the most urgent needs of our communities in mental health supports, accessible childcare, supporting an increasing immigrant population, safe spaces for youth to grow and lead, helping to navigate a precarious labour market, delivering wellness programming for all, and creating community for isolated older adults.
We give people the tools, encouragement, and safe space to discover their inner strength. When they know someone’s in their corner, with unconditional support, they realize they can do more than they thought possible. It’s your support, expertise, and guidance that helps people ignite their full potential and shape our neighbourhoods into vibrant and healthy communities.
With us at their side, they can Shine On.
As part of your total compensation:
- Receive a complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities
- Access to Y at Home, where you can participate in fitness programs from your own home
- Complimentary wellbeing and counselling services
About the Role:
We are hiring a dedicated, hardworking Assistant Director, Summer Day Camp, to support the operation of our Summer Day Camps at 6 confirmed sites—with the possibility of a few more: two within our association at the Community YMCA and John W. Lindsay, and 4 external sites throughout Halifax, Spryfield, Sackville, and Cole Harbour. The Assistant Director will support the Director in oversight of these locations, along with but not limited to staff training, administrative tasks, parent/guardian communication, promotion, and marketing.
In this role, you will:
- Work with the Director, Day Camps on hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance evaluation for a team of 40+ staff at multiple sites around HRM
- Ensure staff provide the quality care and engaging programming that the YMCA promises its families
- Collaborate with all camp staff to create a positive and inclusive camp environment while role modeling YMCA’s childcare best practices
- Communicate with families and guide them through the registration and financial assistance processes, in addition to supporting additional questions and/or inquiries regarding camp
- Work in collaboration with internal and external partners on advertising summer day camp and financial assistance opportunities
- Help purchase, organize, and deliver necessary materials to day camp locations throughout HRM to ensure the continued delivery of quality programming
- In collaboration with the Director and Site Leads, develop a catalogue of engaging activities to be led by day camp staff. Ensure programming is engaging, age-appropriate, intentional, and risk is minimized
- Maintain open day-to-day communication with designated camp sites. Discuss situations and solutions with the Director, Day Camp when appropriate. Connect with YMCA parents and families to ensure day camp programming meets their needs and expectations
- Enforce camp safety rules and procedures, including first aid and emergency response protocols. Be prepared to respond quickly to situations at multiple sites throughout HRM
- Identify potential improvements to camp and work with the team to implement them
- Foster an environment that promotes diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion and respect among all YMCA staff and participants
- Additional duties as assigned by Director
Education and Skills Qualifications:
- High School diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience, with a strong character reference required
- Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education or related field is an asset
- 5+ years' experience working with children and youth
- Prior experience in a supervisory role
- Cross-cultural communication skills to work with youth, parents/guardians, and staff
- Ability to meet multiple, competing deadlines and priorities
- Access to a reliable method of transport
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation/workshop facilitation skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
To Apply:
Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/ by April 20th, 2026.
Please note that all successful candidates are required to provide:
- Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check (less than 6 months old), if 18 years of age or older
- Attend Child Safeguarding Training upon hire
- Valid First Aid and CPR Training
Please note, background checks are reviewed on an individual basis—offenses, if any, are assessed based on role and Child Safeguarding requirements and may not eliminate candidates from employment at our YMCA.
At the YMCA, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences enrich our organization, enabling us to better serve our community and achieve our mission. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, racially diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, gender-diverse people, people with diverse abilities, members of ethnic minorities and faith groups, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.