Job Description

Do you love working with children and creating memorable summer experiences? Are you enthusiastic, organized, and community‑focused? As the Summer Day Camp Coordinator, you will lead and deliver inclusive, engaging, and safe camp programs that help children build confidence, make friends, and experience a strong sense of belonging. You will coach and support a team of staff and volunteers to ensure every camper feels welcomed, supported, and empowered throughout their time at camp.

Why work at the Y?

• You make a difference in a child’s life every single day
• Great people and an energetic, supportive work environment
• Complimentary individual Y membership
• Many opportunities for growth & advancement
• Be part of a community-focused organization rooted in belonging, equity, and possibility

Are you the right fit?

• Able to plan, develop, and deliver fun, inclusive, age‑appropriate programs
• Able to coordinate daily schedules, special events, and field trips while ensuring camper safety
• Skilled at supervising, mentoring, and supporting staff and volunteers
• Create inclusive spaces and maintain a safe, supportive camp environment.
• Communicate with parents/guardians, providing updates and addressing concerns
• Maintain accurate records (attendance, incident reports, staff schedules, etc.)
• Demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills, flexibility, and the ability to adapt in a fast‑paced environment

What else do you need?

• 2+ years’ experience working with children or youth (camp, recreation, or similar setting)
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role (staff or volunteers
• Standard First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain prior to start date)
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to support inclusive practices and create welcoming spaces for all campers
• Knowledge of safety, risk management, and child wellbeing practices
• Strong organization and administrative skills

ASSETS

• Post‑secondary education in recreation, child development, education, or related field
  • Additional child‑ or youth‑focused certification

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants

The Y is committed to providing an inclusive environment where diversity is welcomed and encouraged. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. This includes providing you with alternate formats of job postings.

Contact hr@ymanitoba.ca

The Y is entrusted to provide a safe environment for children and vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be thoroughly screened through a review process including Police Record Checks with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Checks.