Be the Spark that ignites the potential in people! At our YMCA, we believe in the power of people. Every day, our dedicated employees and volunteers bring energy, positivity, and inclusivity to everything they do. They are the spark that ignites potential in others—helping individuals grow, thrive, and truly belong.

When people feel connected and supported, communities become stronger, more resilient, and full of life. That's the impact of people-powered change. Together, we create welcoming spaces where everyone is valued, differences are celebrated, and possibilities are endless. Be the spark. Shine bright. Help others shine too.

About the Role:

Are you a natural leader with a passion for creating fun, engaging and safe environments for children aged 4-17? If so, YMCA of Northern Alberta wants YOU to join our team as the Day Camp Coordinator!
In this role, you will play a key part in our day camp operations, including coaching staff and volunteers on best practices in behavior management, program design, team communication and collaboration to ensure campers and their parents/guardian have a positive experience. This is a great opportunity if you have an interest in building your confidence and improving your leadership skills through mentorship, with the guidance and support of experienced supervisors.

This is a contract position from May 20, 2025 to August 22, 2025.

Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train, and supervise day camp staff and volunteers, providing regular feedback to ensure high-quality programming.
• Deliver exceptional day camp programming and support camper success by assisting in the development of strategies for behavioural challenges.
• Coordinate camp logistics, including schedules, field trips, and supplies, ensuring smooth operations.
• Lead program planning sessions and assess day camp programming for all Summer Day Camps.
• Assist with managing schedules, addressing parent concerns and staff evaluations.

Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• High-school Diploma
• Pursuit of post-secondary education in a field connected to children and youth (Recreation, Child Studies, Education, Physical Education, etc.) is an asset.
• Experience working with children and youth in a camp environment is highly preferred
• Customer service experience is an asset
• Must have Intermediate First Aid & CPR-C prior to hire (the Y will provide support in registration)
• Satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check prior to your first day of work (required if 18 yrs and over

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Northern Alberta 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 and volunteers reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work and volunteer. We offer meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 100 years of providing opportunities for people to shine! Our Y serves tens of thousands of people each year through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, day camps, mental health, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families and seniors.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Inclusion has power, and we take strides to create a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can belong. Diverse teams unleash new ideas, and employees thrive in a culture that recognizes and appreciates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of others. Through our differences in how we think and act we can form innovative and effective teams and deliver organizational success.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about an opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Prior to your first day and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.