View Job Posting and Apply Here: Overnight Camp and Outdoor Education Opportunities | YMCA BC

Rate of Pay: $164.70 per day plus food & accommodation

Position Status: Temporary, Full time

Start Date: June 14, 2026

End Date: September 04, 2026

Reports To: Assistant Summer Camp Manager

Situation

YMCA Camp Elphinstone is located near Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast, a 40-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay, Vancouver. It is situated on 144 acres of temperate rainforest along the shores of Howe Sound. During July and August, Camp Elphinstone offers programs for youth ages 5-17, including one and two week overnight camps, Leadership Development programs, paddling and hiking multi-day out-trips, and day camps. From September to June, Camp Elphinstone operates as an Outdoor Education, Event and Retreat Centre for schools, conferences, weddings, and other special interest groups. Camp Elphinstone currently serves over 10,000 participants annually. 

YMCA Camp Elphinstone has accommodation and dining for up to 472 campers or guests. Camp Elphinstone employs approximately 140 staff/volunteers during July and August, with a team between 20-50 for the spring and fall Outdoor Education seasons, and a smaller core team of 10 staff during the winter season. Successful Camp Elphinstone staff are self-motivated individuals whose ambition is to help children and youth develop in an outdoor camp setting, and who believe in 5-star customer service for all client groups.

Nature & Scope

YMCA Camp Elphinstone is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the role of Camper Section Supervisor. In this role, you will oversee a section of up to 160 campers and 34 staff, managing camper care, counsellor development, section-wide programs, and scheduling activities to ensure a seamless and enjoyable camp experience.

Camper Section Supervisors are responsible for the safety and well-being of every camper in their section and provide essential support to Camp Counsellors in handling day-to-day camper needs. In addition to supervising and evaluating counsellor performance, they communicate with families when needed. Camper Section Supervisors also coach and mentor Head Camp Counsellors, offering guidance on navigating challenging camper situations, maintaining high program quality, and enhancing the overall camp experience.

The Camper Supervisor is a member of the Supervisor team. The Supervisor team collaborates closely with the Summer Camp Manager and Assistant Summer Camp Managers to foster a positive camp culture and prioritize the safety and well-being of all campers. Dedicated to delivering a 5-star experience for campers and their families, Section Supervisors play a key role in the development and facilitation of summer staff training. Supervisors participate in scheduling staff, managing program budgets, driving camp vehicles, and facilitating the success of their section of camp.

Camper Section Supervisor positions

Early Schedule Camper Section Supervisor (younger campers)

Late Schedule Camper Section Supervisor (older campers)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to Camp Counsellors in a specific section. Provide leadership and role modelling to all staff.
• Assist with developing and delivering innovative training that supports professional development of staff & volunteers.
• Organize, plan, and facilitate all section-specific programs and events.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians in a professional manner.
• Plan Camp Counsellor and Head Camp Counsellor schedules to ensure strong program delivery and necessary time off.
• Assist in purchasing supplies and managing the budget for cabin supplies and staff socials.
• Collaborate with other members of the Supervisor team to support all sections of camp.
• Support with sign-in and sign-out days.
• Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff, and property by following YMCA standards/policies/procedures and ensuring they are maintained amongst all participants and staff
• Camp staff are expected to contribute to the success of camp by completing tasks in addition to those listed above. These may include, but are not limited to: cleaning, preparing program materials, and transporting and maintaining equipment.
  
  

Qualification

• Strong leadership skills, and the ability to foster an inclusive and collaborative culture among staff.
• Proven ability to solve problems independently.
• Experience training and mentoring staff.
• Advanced understanding of behavior management, group facilitation, and risk management.
• 3 years of experience in camping, youth recreation, and/or outdoor education.
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C
• Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening issued no later than six (6) months preceding start date.
• 3 successful reference checks.
• BC Class 5 Driver’s License.

Additional Qualifications (assets)

• BC Class 4 Driver's License
• Bronze Cross or Paddle Canada Instructor
• ACCT Level 2
• NL
• Advanced First Aid (40 hour)