Disclaimer: This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program which is a government funded program that offers paid summer employment for young Canadians to develop industry skills, knowledge, experience, and networking opportunities. Students are encouraged to apply. Applicants must meet the predetermined Government program eligibility before they apply. The following 3 requirements must be met to be eligible for the Canada Summer Jobs position:
Be between 18 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations. International students are not eligible participants.
We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. If you do not meet the Canada Summer Jobs eligibility, please check back with us soon for more employment opportunities.
We are currently hiring for our Canada Summer Job Grant Positions. We have a 9 weeks contract position for 37.5 hours per week.
The Recreational Support Worker is responsible for providing one-on-one support to campers, ages 5 to 18 who have additional diverse or developmental needs, during their time at camp to help them successfully integrate into the camp program. Recreational Support Worker are caring, enthusiastic, and patient. They will use strategies to ensure that their camper experiences success in the camp program. The camps can include YMCA or other local summer programming for children and youth. They will work alongside the respective programming staff to provide a safe and high-quality camp experience.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support campers with behavioral, physical or developmental needs
Assist with delivery of daily programs (which includes group games, crafts, swimming, outside time, etc.) and adapt the activities to meet the needs of all campers in the group
Supervise, engage and participate with the program participants in group activities
Communicate with all staff, Site Leads and Supervisors/Managers
Help to support the campers and their families to ensure safety and engagement for all campers
Welcome all children to programs
Professional represent THRIVE by being a positive role model, emphasizing behaviors such as trust, respect, reliability, honesty, fairness, kindness and privacy.
Build relationships with campers and families, and respective programming staff
Greet caregivers at morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up
Assist in developing program inclusion and modification strategies to create a successful camping experience for all. Act as a resource for other day camp staff regarding inclusive programming.
Make quick decisions to ensure maximum camper integration and safety.
Be a role model for safety and take responsibility for the supervision and security of all campers in your care.
Respond to first aid and emergency situations as required, continually checking for potential health and safety hazards or concerns.
Anticipate potential challenges and barriers, and support in de-escalating and resolving.
Skills Preferred:
Experience working with children/youth who experience an intellectual disability and/or Autism an asset.
Experience working with children and youth in a recreational setting
Facilitates appropriate and timely solutions to conflict.
The ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal collective results.
Aptitude to work independently and problem solve.
Ability to relate to participants in a professional and caring manner.
Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
Understands and commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for all children regardless of ability.
Willing to work flexible hours according to the varying requirements of the summer camp.
Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and responds to identified needs.
The ability to participate in physical activity and work in an outdoor environment in various weather conditions.
Qualifications:
Individuals must:
Preferred - Post secondary in Human Services (ECE, DSW, CYW, Recreation/Leisure Studies, etc.); Grade 12 secondary school students may apply with relevant experience
Be between 18 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations. International students are not eligible participants.
Hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle is required
Satisfactory criminal background check and vulnerable sector screen (CPIC)
Current Certification in Standard First Aid & CPR Level C
Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is a job requirement
Period of Employment:9 weeks starting June 23rd, 2025
Full time days, Monday to Friday
Hours of Work: 30 - 40 hours per week
Wages: $18.25/hr
Deadline for applications: If you are interested in joining an amazing team of professionals to creating a future of possibilities for children, submit your resume and cover letter by April 30, 2025.
THRIVE Child Development Centre/Centre de développement de l’enfant is an incorporated, non-profit Children’s Treatment Centre made up of occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech-language pathologists, social workers, therapy assistants, early childhood educators, ABA Therapists and support staff. We provide inter-disciplinary pediatric rehabilitation, respite care, an on-site childcare program and resource support to community childcare centres in Sault Ste. Marie and throughout the District of Algoma. Visit www.kidsthrive.ca for more information.
Everyone is welcome — as an inclusive workplace, we are committed to creating positive and welcoming space within our organization, for our clients, families, volunteers, staff, and community partners.
This opportunity is proudly supported by Canada Summer Jobs Grant. Eligibility requirements of the program can be found here: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs.html
All applications are appreciated; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. THRIVE Child Development Centre is an equal opportunity employer, and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. THRIVE’s requirement that employees be fully vaccinated is subject to any accommodation obligations it may have under the Human Rights Code.
