Day Camp Counsellor - Recreation
About the role
(Full-time Contract - July 6, 2026 To August 28, 2026)
Catholic Crosscultural Services (CCS) is a settlement agency providing a wide range of services to immigrants and refugees regardless of race, religion or status.
Are you a passionate student, committed to making a difference in your community, seeking a summer job experience where you don't just "do a job"? You can make a difference and elevate your resume, all while working in a great work environment where your contribution is valued and respected!
We are currently accepting applications for summer students interested in working as a Camp Counsellor - Recreation.
To be eligible for this position, you must meet the participant requirements under the Canada Summer Jobs Agreement with as outlined:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and
- have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
- Note: International students are not eligible participants.
What you'll get to do:
- Support in delivering inclusive, accessible, and culturally responsive programming for newcomer families—including children, youth, and children with disabilities. Programming can include eco-friendly hands-on activities, outdoor learning, alongside arts, digital skills, AI tools.
- Oversee daily program operations, including creating activity schedules, preparing and setting up program spaces, facilitating activities, and ensuring all supplies, equipment, and materials are organized and maintained.
- Provide administrative coordination by preparing program documents, tracking attendance, updating program records, supporting program evaluation, and assisting with communication to families, staff, and community partners.
- Support FIS program in strengthening community connections to enhance collaboration and identify free or low-cost activities and resources for newcomer children and youth.
What you need to know/have:
- Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a post-secondary program in Career Development, Social Services, Education, or a related field.
- Ability to engage children and youth in learning and skill-building activities
- Strong organizational skills to support planning and delivery of activities and programs.
- Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate work ethics in alignment with CCS core values.
- Knowledge and understanding of language barriers and cultural challenges faced by newcomer individuals in vulnerable communities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and community members.
- Awareness of language barriers and cultural challenges faced by newcomers.
- Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal; proficiency in Pashto, Dari, Farsi, Arabic, Bengali is an asset.
- Proficiency with digital tools and platforms (e.g., Canva, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, social media).
Location: Toronto, ON
Hours: 35 per week, occasional weekends and evenings may be required.
Compensation: $17.60 per hour
How to apply: Please refer to the CCS job portal on https://ccs.sutihr.com/jobs requisition code SS - 2026 -14
This position will remain open until filled.
**CCS is committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the populations we serve. We seek applicants who will strengthen our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion.**We encourage qualified candidates from Indigenous, Black and other racialized persons, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities to consider working with and for CCS.
**Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.**Please contact hr@ccscan.ca for assistance.
We strongly encourage all those who are interested to apply, even if they do not meet every requirement!
Screening & Vacancy Information: CCS does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) for candidate screening. This position is for a current, active vacancy