Camp Counsellor

Job Description

Camp Counsellor

Sport and Wellness, Campus Services

Competition No

Category

Salary

Closing Date

Student Casual (less than 35 hours per week)

MSU Band A, Step 1: $16.354 per hour.

March 22, 2026

Category

Student Casual (less than 35 hours per week)

Salary

MSU Band A, Step 1: $16.354 per hour.

Closing Date

March 22, 2026

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

Opportunity

MacEwan University's Sport and Wellness department is seeking energetic and dependable Camp Counsellors for casual appointments this summer. Working directly with the Camp Leader and Camp Coordinators, you will be responsible for supporting set-up and the direct and ongoing delivery of Sport and Wellness Day Camps.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting registrations, set up and participants drop off and pick up;
• Participating in play and camp activities;
• Attending to children's needs; and
• Protecting children's health and safety.

Skills

You will have:

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to remain adaptable and work both within a team and independently;
• A high degree of comfort and confidence in the water;
• Excellent communication skills; and
• The ability to articulate and model professional childcare practices, comfortably relate to children of all ages and demonstrate high physical and mental stamina.

Qualifications

• Certified in Intermediate First Aid, or willingness to obtain the certification before staff training.
• Experience in aquatics and leading sport and recreational activities.
• Experience working with children and youth, with camp delivery experience being an asset.
• Certification in Lifesaving Society Bronze Medallion / Bronze Cross, Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, NCCP coaching or other related certifications is considered an asset.
• Coaching or instructional experience is considered an asset.
• Experience with the Family Centre for Sport and Wellness, as a facility patron, program participant, volunteer, or staff, is considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Position Requirements

• 16 years of age or older.
• Must be a student enrolled in secondary or post-secondary institution.
• The ability to attend training sessions in May and June.
• Availability to work 7 to 8 hours daily, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. from late June through to August, up to 40 hours per week.
• The ability to stay in the water at our swimming facility for extended periods, carry and lift supplies, and remain attentive in noisy, disruptive, hot and cold conditions both indoors and outdoors.
• The successful incumbent will be required to obtain a Police Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check at their own cost.

Benefits

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Continuous learning culture
• Opportunities for career growth

How to Apply

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This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.