Program Staff for Child, Youth and Family Programs (Part Time) Winter Fest Camp 2026

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Type of Vacancy

Existing Vacancy

Hours of Work

Up to 40 hours per week

Contract Length

1 Month

Department

Recreation, Community & Culture

Location

This position is required to work in person at various locations throughout Burlington.  Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands.

Position Overview

The City of Burlington is seeking enthusiastic, skilled, and motivated individuals to join our team as Senior Leaders, RCC, and Specialized Instructors, RCC. In these roles, you will support the planning and delivery of engaging, inclusive, and high-quality recreation camps while helping create a safe, welcoming, and positive environment for participants of various ages and abilities. You may provide leadership and guidance to program staff, support daily program operations, or use your specialized knowledge and expertise to deliver programs that encourage skill development, confidence, and participation. If you are passionate about recreation, sharing your skills, and making a positive impact in your community, we invite you to be part of our team!

Responsibilities

Planning, leading, and delivering engaging, inclusive, and high-quality recreation camps for participants of various ages and abilities. You will create a safe, welcoming, and positive environment that promotes participation, skill development, teamwork, and personal growth. Responsibilities may include providing leadership, guidance, and support to program staff; applying specialized skills and knowledge to deliver program activities; adapting activities to meet diverse participant needs and abilities; and ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all participants by following City policies and procedures. You will also support daily program operations, prepare and organize equipment and program spaces, provide excellent customer service, and foster positive relationships with participants, families, staff, and community members while promoting inclusion, respect, and a sense of belonging.

Requirements
Successful candidates must have the following qualifications or be in the process of obtaining, at your own expense:

• Intermediate First Aid and CPR level C certification
• Behavior Management Systems Training (available through the City of Burlington)
• HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development
• undefinedPlease be advised of the following details:Successful applicants are required to be at all mandatory training dates and to complete all mandatory online training prior to program start – training dates will be confirmed with successful candidates and will take place in September prior to program start.Successful applicants will be placed at a location that best fits the program needs.undefined

Police Check Requirement

This position requires the successful candidate to provide a clear criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check at their own expense.

Accommodations

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at: [email protected] if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants:

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.