Counsellor – March Break Camps

Application Deadline: December 20, 2021

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Harbourfront Centre is a leader in providing internationally renowned artistic, educational and recreational programming across a beautiful 10-acre campus at the heart of Toronto’s waterfront. For more than 45 years, Harbourfront Centre has celebrated the best in Canadian culture and the rich mosaic of cultures from around the world, presenting thousands of events annually from music festivals to contemporary dance, to craft and design, to visual arts and more. Welcoming visitors year-round, there is something for everyone at Harbourfront Centre!

Currently, exciting seasonal employment opportunities exist in Harbourfront Centre Camps, one of Toronto’s largest, most diverse and creative day camps.  

Position Title: Counsellor 

Department: Recreational Learning 

Number of Vacancies: 15+ 

Type of Employment: Seasonal

Duration: March Break – March 14-28, 2022 (Training: Saturdays – March 5 and March 12) 

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 35-40 hours per week (training on weekends; additional duties starting at 7:30am and going as late as 6pm may be assigned) 

Rate of Pay: $15 per hour 

 

DUTIES 

  • Assist Directors in program delivery.
  • Assist in the supervision of campers.
  • Organize camp games, activities and arts and crafts.
  • Prep materials and assist in set-up/clean-up. 
  • Other duties as required. 

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS 

  • At least 16 years of age within the calendar year.
  • Ability to develop, organize and lead camp programming.
  • Ability to be responsible (punctual, prioritize safety of campers/other staff, etc.).
  • Ability to bring a positive attitude and enthusiasm to each day.
  • Enjoy working with children and youth.
  • A Criminal Background Check (with Vulnerable Sector Screening) is required (over 18 years of age) or Statutory Declaration (under 18 years of age).
  • Harbourfront Centre recognizes its heightened duty to protect employees from health and safety risks during the current pandemic. Therefore, an offer of employment shall be conditional upon proof of full Covid-19 vaccination with a vaccine series approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization.
  • Previous experience working with children or youth (babysitting, tutoring, camp, after-school programs, etc.) is desirable. 
  • Experience with one of the specialized disciplines (D&D, visual arts, performing arts, culinary, circus, etc.) is desirable. 
  • Ability to provide valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification is considered an asset. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Standing for prolonged periods of time.
  • Some exposure to inclement weather conditions during outdoor and offsite programs. 
  • Some exposure to rigorous physical activity. 

 

Our Values

Open
We’re friendly, welcoming and inclusive, with an experimental attitude that thrives on collaboration.

Brave
To achieve our bold ambition we empower and support imaginative risk and we always try to learn from our mistakes.

Rigorous
We are committed to excellence in all we do, ensuring every visitor encounter is safe, memorable and enriching.

Kind
We value and respect each other and all our visitors, celebrating difference and striving to realise potential.

How To Apply

Harbourfront Centre’s Camps team is committed to advancing our efforts in equity, diversity and inclusion. We are passionate about learning and supporting participants of all ages and abilities in their growth and development. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply–regardless of race, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, colour, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, creed, citizenship, or disability. We strive for a barrier free recruitment process and as such, encourage applicants to request accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.   

Qualified applicants are invited to apply through the Harbourfront Centre Camps Recruitment Portal  by January 31, 2022. You will be asked to create a profile and will be taken to the application selection page.  

Our staff team is one of the things that makes our Camps programs so unique. If you’re looking for new experiences and opportunities for personal and professional growth, this is the place for you! We are dedicated to building a future that better serves our communities—a diverse staff team is essential in achieving this goal. When submitting your application, we encourage applicants to clearly self-identify in your application if you are a member of an equity-seeking group. We genuinely look forward to receiving your application!