Youth Camp Coordinator

Funding for these positions is through the Canada Summer Jobs program.   Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements of the grant program to be considered for employment.  Please note that as per the grant requirements, international students are not eligible.
 
Position: Temporary Full-time Canada Summer Jobs – Diocesan Youth Camp Coordinator – 1 position in Windsor, Ontario; 1 position in London, Ontario
Work Location: Onsite and/or remotely- depending on the applicant's primary residence
Commitment: 35 hours/week for a maximum of 8 weeks from June 29, 2026 – August 21, 2026
Salary: $19.00/hour; 4% vacation pay/hour worked
Posting Date: April 21, 2026
Closing Date:  4:00 p.m. on May 22^nd, 2026 
Position Status: currently vacant
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Diocesan Youth Camp Coordinator will oversee the planning, training, and implementation of day leadership camps, faith-building events, teen retreats curriculum, and programming for school-aged children and high school students. Attention will be given to reviewing previous programs and amending and updating as necessary for application this summer. Youth Camp Coordinators are responsible for planning and delivering the day camp/retreat/youth leader training programs. They will regularly lead large group sessions, support camp counselors, and strive to ensure participants are enthusiastically engaged in all summer experiences. 
 
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Primary Duties: 

• Assist the Family & Youth Ministry Specialist in planning programming for day camps, teen retreats, and youth leader training days
• Enthusiastically train camp counselors and ensure the smooth delivery of programs in coordination with the camp counselors
• Evaluate the program daily to determine if/how the program can be modified to ensure it is most effectively implemented
• Collaborate effectively with counselors and other staff
• Ensure all participant's safety and wellness 
• Be a positive role model to the participants and staff through your attitude and behavior

 
Secondary Duties:

• Attend and facilitate daily staff meetings
• Manage any scheduling conflicts that arise
• Contribute to the ongoing evaluation of programs, staff, and/or participants
• Assist in maintaining the facilities, grounds, and equipment that the team will be using
• Assist in other duties or a similar nature as assigned

 
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidates must be enrolled full-time in secondary and/or post-secondary education and must provide proof that they are returning to full-time studies in September 2026. Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements of the grant program to be considered for employment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.  French language skills are an asset
• Awareness of adventure and experiential education strategies
• Relate well to young people
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills
• Possess a high level of maturity, patience, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor 
• Work extremely well independently and in group settings
• Have a strong knowledge of the Catholic faith and its teachings
• CPR, First Aid, and/or Lifeguard Certification are assets

 
A police record check as deemed suitable by the Diocese of London will be required of the successful candidate.
 
Please note: All new staff are required to complete on-line mandatory training available in English or French. Basic computer and reading proficiency to successfully complete this education is required.  
 
Please forward your cover letter, resume, and pastoral reference along with 2 additional references to: [email protected]
 
We thank all who apply to this position for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
The Diocese of London is an equal-opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. In keeping with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we are committed to providing suitable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection processes, please make your needs known at that time.