ALGOMA UNIVERSITY STUDENT JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Summer Camp Counsellor
DEPARTMENT: GLC (48)
POSITION STATUS: Up to 35 hrs per week
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Summer Camp Director + Manager A&R
START DATE: June 22nd, 2026
END DATE: August, 22nd, 2026
WAGE: $17.60 per hour
Number of Positions Available: 8
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Model good-sportsmanship through enthusiastic, non-competitive participation and
support
- Help camp staff maintain discipline during each activity
- Create a positive rapport with all campers and chaperones
- Be aware of camper dietary/medical needs
- Supervise campers during snacks/meals periods and drop off/ pick up periods
- Supervise campers during all activities including off campus events
- Lead groups from one activity to the next in an orderly manner
- Attend training sessions and regular meetings
- Keep accurate records, incident reports; report immediately to camp director
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidates should be prepared for physical labour of lifting, moving (chairs/tables etc.)
and lots of walking (very active job)
- Experience with children in a camp or educational setting preferred
- First Aid/Level C CPR Certifications preferred
- Must complete a Vulnerable Sector Police Check
Closing: Please send your resume and cover letter to Braiden Sunn - GLC Coordinator of
Operations via email to [email protected] no later than 4:00 pm on April 15, 2026.
Thank you for applying, please note that only successful applicants will be notified for an
interview. Successful applicants will be notified by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, May 20th.
Hours per week will be monitored based on camp registration. If needed, the Summer Camp
Director will work with all counsellors to ensure shift hours are fair.
Our positions are open to all qualified applicants. Algoma University is strongly committed to
fostering diversity and inclusivity within our community and is an equal opportunity employer.
The university invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from
