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

Rate of Pay: $165.70 per day plus food & accommodation

Position Status: Temporary, Full time

Start Date: June 14, 2026

End Date: September 04, 2026

Reports To: Summer Camp Assistant 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 Leadership Development (LD) Supervisor. The LD Supervisor oversees both the LD1 and LD2 programs, managing camper care, counsellor development, and scheduling activities to ensure a seamless and enjoyable camp experience. The LD Supervisor oversees a team of 6 staff and a total of 30 campers.

The LD Supervisor is responsible for the safety and well-being of each camper in their programs and provides essential support to LD Counsellors in handling day-to-day camper needs. In addition to supervising and evaluating LD Counsellor performance, the LD Supervisor provides training, feedback, prepare schedules and activities, and steps in to facilitate when needed. The LD Supervisor will also communicate with camper families when necessary and support the rest of the Supervisor team with the general operations of camp.

The LD 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to LD Counsellors. 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.
• Facilitate LD programming when needed including supporting LD out-trips.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians in a professional manner.
• Plan LD Counsellor schedules to ensure strong program delivery and necessary time off.
• Assist in purchasing supplies and managing the budget for the LD Program.
• Support with sign-in and sign-out days.
• Collaborate with other members of the Supervisor team to support all sections of camp.
• 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.

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
• ACCT Level 2
• NL
• Bronze Cross or Paddle Canada Instructor
• Wilderness First Aid or Advanced First Aid (40 hour)