Leisure Camp Leader (Summer Camp)
About The Position
Richmond Country Club (RCC) is seeking energetic, responsible, and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Leisure Camp Leader. This is an exciting opportunity to create memorable summer experiences for children in a fun, supportive, and team-oriented club environment. Our Leisure Camp Leaders play a vital role in delivering high-quality day camp programming filled with sports, creative activities, swimming, and special events. If you enjoy working with children, leading activities, and being part of a fun and positive team culture, this role is for you! Reporting to the Head Camp Leader and the Director of Member Services, the Leisure Camp Leader is responsible for supervising campers and leading safe, engaging, and inclusive recreational programs. Leaders help create a welcoming environment where children feel supported, active, and excited to participate each day. This role requires strong leadership, creativity, teamwork, and a commitment to child safety.
Requirements
- Experience working in a camp or youth program setting
- Experience working with children ages 5–12
- Criminal Record Check, Standard First Aid & CPR Certification (or willingness to obtain before start date)
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and positive attitude
- Strong leadership and group management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Patient, supportive, and approachable with children
- Creative and adaptable in dynamic environments
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Dependable, punctual, and professional
- Ability to problem-solve and remain calm under pressure
- Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role
- Post-secondary education in Recreation, Education, Kinesiology, Child & Youth Care, or a related field
- Experience leading sports, arts & crafts, or outdoor recreation programs
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety, well-being, and inclusion of all campers
- Provide active supervision across all activities and transitions
- Follow safety procedures and respond to incidents, including basic first aid
- Maintain accurate attendance and sign-in/sign-out processes
- Support proper sun safety, hydration, cleanliness, and rest
- Lead and support daily camp activities and events
- Assist with planning themed weeks and special programming
- Adapt activities to suit varying ages, abilities, and interests
- Encourage teamwork, participation, and sportsmanship
- Set up and maintain equipment and activity spaces
- Foster inclusive, engaging programming
- Promote respectful behaviour and positive conflict resolution
- Support campers through challenges using age-appropriate strategies
- Manage and de-escalate behavioural situations professionally
- Maintain camper dignity and inclusion at all times
- Communicate concerns to senior staff as needed
- Act as a positive role model
- Communicate professionally with parents and guardians
- Address questions, concerns, and feedback with care
- Escalate sensitive matters appropriately
- Support registration, attendance tracking, and group organization
- Assist with incident reporting and daily summaries
- Collaborate with team members and club staff
- Contribute ideas to enhance camp programming
- Foster a positive, respectful, and energetic team environment
Benefits
- On-site free parking
- Staff meal plan
- Use of the Golf course, Tennis courts, and gym (subject to off-peak hours)
- Merchandise discount in the Golf Pro shop
- Employee Sports events such as Golf, Tennis and athletic tournaments
- Recognition: RCC prides itself on recognizing our employees in creative ways
- Team building activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
