Day Camp Inclusion Coordinator

Barrie, ON, Canada

Position Locations: Remote work with travel to all other sites

Reports to: Assistant Day Camp Director, Day Camp Director

Supports: Inclusion Counsellors

General Function:

The Inclusion Coordinator will provide training, resources, strategies, and support to the Inclusion Counsellors located at each day camp site. They will act as the liaison between Inclusion Counsellors and parents/guardians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate strong support and commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA in Canada
• Leadership: Travel from site to site to offer direct support to each Inclusion Counsellor. Provide additional inclusion related training, resources, and behaviour strategies to Inclusion Counsellors and other staff.
• Customer Service and Communication: Provide excellent customer service to all campers, parents/guardians, and service providers as a representative of the YMCA. Communicate regularly with On Site Supervisors to offer behaviour management and inclusion program support.
• Administration: Act as the link between parents/guardians and Inclusion Counsellors. Ensure all necessary information is communicated between the two parties. Address all inclusion concerns as they arise.
• Risk Management: Ensure all inclusion staff are trained in emergency procedures and have considered the barriers that exist/accommodations that may need to be made for their camper in case of an emergency.
• Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting growth and development among children and youth.
• Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.
• Inclusiveness: Understands and commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for all children regardless of ability.
• Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
• Sense of Community: Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and responds to identified needs.
• Teamwork: Actively build teams and encourage open relationships for maximum organizational effectiveness.
• Initiative: Seek and find solutions to problems without waiting for direction; identifies new ideas that will assist in achieving mission and strategic goals.
• Quality Focus: Ensures that YMCA programs and services are superior.

Qualifications:

• Standard First Aid and CPR C
• Access to a reliable vehicle for regular travel
• Experience delivering inclusion support and programming. Demonstrated conflict resolution, problem solving, time management, and organizational skills. Ability to work with limited direct supervision.
• Must be a minimum 18 years of age as of December 31, 2025
• Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sectors Screening. Applicants are advised to begin the Criminal Record Check process early as it may take several weeks to obtain results.

Contract Dates: May 19 th to September 4 th (no work on July 1 st or August 3rd)

Possible part-time hours may be available starting in February.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registered charity committed to fostering healthy communities by empowering children, youth, and families, promoting well-being, and encouraging social responsibility.

Our YMCA employs over a thousand staff and hundreds of volunteers who serve tens of thousands of individuals each year in various programs such as childcare, camps, health and fitness, leadership development, employment and literacy, immigrant services, and youth programming. We offer over $1 million in financial assistance annually to ensure accessibility for those who cannot afford to participate.

Beyond facilities and programs, covering Simcoe County, Muskoka and Parry Sound Districts, our YMCA is a supportive community that fosters mental, emotional, and physical well-being. We empower children and youth to become strong, confident, and resilient individuals. We assist individuals and families at all stages of life to connect with what matters most to them, fostering a sense of belonging. By supporting people from diverse backgrounds, ages, and abilities to achieve their health goals, fulfill their potential, and feel a genuine sense of belonging, we contribute to the creation of stronger communities.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka successfully raises over $1 million each year through strategic campaigns.

Applications will remain open until filled.

This role is for an existing vacancy that is available or will be available at the time of fulfillment.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. We are dedicated to fostering brave spaces of acceptance and inclusivity for every person who connects with the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled…