This role is a temporary full-time STUDENT contract beginning June 22, 2026 and running until August 23, 2025.PURPOSE:For more than 100 years, BGC Ottawa has provided children and youth with a safe, supportive place to belong where they can play, learn and grow beyond the pressures of home and school.Serving more than 12,000 young people each year, BGC Ottawa delivers free programs and services across Ottawa through four Clubhouses, Camp Smitty and community-based neighbourhood programming. The Club is committed to equity, inclusion and opportunity, supporting children and youth from all backgrounds to build confidence, skills and brighter futures.GENERAL SUMMARYLocated in Eganville, ON, Camp Smitty is operated by BGC Ottawa, offers a beautiful lakefront setting, fantastic staff team, and dynamic programs for campers aged 8 to 16 years old.Working closely with the Camp Manager, the Junior Residential Camp Counselor will play a leadership role in assisting in the development of exceptional camper experiences, program offerings with measurable outcomes, and strong role modelling relationships to campers.RESPONSIBILITIES / ACTIVITIESMajor Responsibility 1: Provide leadership and supervision of the camp program in conjunction with the Camp Manager and YDPS staffActivities:
Support and actively participate in all camp activities.
Follow all BGC policies and procedures
Assist in the development and delivery of program
Support fellow counselors to deliver program effectively.
Be a positive role model for youth
Support and promote teamwork at Camp Smitty
Report any concerns regarding staff to manager, Communicate relevant information to manager
Supervise campers appropriately throughout programming
Any other duties as required by the BGCO Manager
Major Responsibility 2: TrainingActivities:
Complete staff training on BGC policy and procedure provided by Camp Manager
Actively participate in staff meetings and staff evaluation
Align programming with BGCO strategic direction
Major Responsibility 3: Program dutiesActivities:
Ensure program area is maintained and clean on a regular basis
Communicate program needs and concerns to supervisors
Develop engaging relationships with all campers
Demonstrated Skills and Abilities:
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrated leadership skills
Ability to build constructive relationships with children and youth in groups and on an individual basis
Ability to work as part of a team
Effective communication skills
Demonstrate confidence leading activities and groups.
Knowledge of issues that affect children and youth
Knowledge of various aspects of child development and outdoor education
Knowledge of child protection act
Knowledge of anti-discriminatory practice
Multilingualism is an asset
Lifeguard certification is an asset
Required Education, Training and Experience
Currently in high school or post secondary education
Previous experience working with children and youth
HIGH FIVE certificate is an asset
All successful candidates will be required to obtain a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) before starting their first shift.Compensation:$3750 or more depending on qualifications and experienceStart Date:June 2026Multiple positions availableWORKING CONDITIONS:Some physical requirements are necessary for an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to perform the described essential functions.Example: Much of the work is performed in an active environment. The employee is required to conduct labour including to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.BGC Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to providing a workplace which is free from discrimination and harassment. This means that all job applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origins, sex, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.Bgc Ottawa welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.We thank all applicants for their interest in this position however we will only be contacting those selected for an interview.
