Job Summary Hourly Rate: $18.00 – Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package!Location: Various locations across the GTAWork Hours: Part‑time hours in June for training, then up to 40 hours per week Monday – Friday starting June 22 until September 4, 2026Employment Type: Seasonal Contract (Existing Vacancy)Number of Vacancies: 30Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2026Deadline to Apply: Open Until FilledBe the Spark! Join our dynamic Day Camp Team, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work!The Role The Inclusion Counsellor plays a key role in ensuring a meaningful and inclusive camp experience for campers and volunteers with developmental or behavioural needs. Counsellors are assigned to children requiring additional support to ensure they are fully integrated into a camper group and can participate positively regardless of ability level.Working closely with the Day Camp team, the Inclusion Counsellor helps identify resources, adapt activities, advocate for participants’ needs, and contribute to an inclusive camp environment. The role also collaborates with families and the Day Camp team to foster an environment that promotes safety, belonging, and personal growth.In this role, you will:Get to know campers and their interests and needs, and deliver activities in alignment with program manuals to promote engagement and success in their registered programBe flexible and adaptable while working with different campers throughout the summer, including at neighbouring camp sitesActively engage and participate in all camp programs and placement areas with campersParticipate enthusiastically in all camp programs with the camper group, including recreational swimmingParticipate in parent and guardian communication prior to camper arrival and throughout the week to support families and caregivers and ensure a positive camper experienceProvide overall camp support by assisting with break coverage and filling in for absent staff when not providing one‑to‑one supportBuild and maintain positive relationships with members, staff, volunteers, and community partners to enhance program quality and collaborationEnsure Health & Safety procedures are followed and maintained, contributing to the cleaning, safety, and maintenance of camp sitesAttend all staff trainings and meetings, arrive on time, and actively contribute to the development of camp staffAct as a positive role model for campers and staff by embodying YMCA values, policies, procedures, Day Camp guidelines, and Ontario Camping Association standardsPerform other duties as assignedYou bring:Standard First Aid and CPR‑C required by the first day of employment and valid until at least the last day of the contract or equivalent experiencePost‑secondary education in a related field, such as Personal Support Worker, Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Worker, Ontario Certified Teacher, Resource Teacher, Social Work, Developmental Support, Educational Assistant, Recreation and Leisure, or training in psychology and experience working with children and adults with differing abilities and diagnosesMinimum one year of experience working with children or youth with disabilities or additional needsTransportation (car, public transport) to nearby camp locationsDemonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment and independently to achieve optimal collective resultsDemonstrated ability to multi‑task and adapt to changeWell‑developed interpersonal and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with members, staff, and volunteersAbility to provide mentorship and guidance to both inexperienced and seasoned staffExcellent communication skillsMinimum age of 18 years old by the first day of campCommitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belongingWhat you need to succeed:Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and ValuesFocus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs, including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection ServicesYMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship‑Builder, Improvement‑Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing PromoterWhy work for the YMCA? The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work.We offer meaningful work and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. Experience working at the YMCA includes:Over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors.Our 2025–2030 strategic plan, "Greater Together," focuses on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, and removal of barriers to employment.Equal opportunity employer welcoming all qualified candidates, including racialised people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.We invite you to let us know if you need accommodations in the recruitment process. For safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on a Police Records Check and a Vulnerable Police Records Check within the first four months and every three years thereafter.COVID‑19 vaccination or a valid medical or Human Rights Code‑related exemption is required before the start date.The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, but we can contact only those selected for an interview.#J-18808-Ljbffr