alberta camp counsellor Jobs – 45 Openings This Week

Camp Caravan Counsellors
Camp Caravan, United Church of Canada —Okotoks, AB
- $19–$21 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
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Summer Camp Positions
Royal City Soccer Club —Red Deer, AB
- $16–$19 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Working with children
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Summer Camp Counsellor
Shiloh —Fort Saskatchewan, AB
- $15–$17 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Administrative experience
- Working with children
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Camp Counsellor
Bonnyville and District Centennial Centre —Bonnyville, AB
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Working with children
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9h
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Black Canadian Women in Action Society —Edmonton, AB
- $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Bachelor's
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Day Camp Counsellor - Recreation
The Salvation Army —Calgary, AB
- $17.45–$26.17 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
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Day Camp Counsellor - Recreation
The Salvation Army Centre of Hope —Calgary, AB
- $17.45–$26.17 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
10h
Camp Alexo Cabin Leader - Camp Counsellor
Youth HQ —Red Deer, AB
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
Camp Counsellor
Between Friends —Calgary, AB
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
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9h
Summer Camp Counsellor - Grande Prairie
Camp STEAM —Grande Prairie, AB
- $19 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
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Summer Camp Counsellor - Grande Prairie
Camp STEAM Canada —Grande Prairie, AB
- $19 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
Kids Cooking Camp Counsellor / Chef Assistant
Savorra Culinary Academy —Calgary, AB
- $18 an hour
- Seasonal
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Food service
- Store discount
- Flexible schedule
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8d
Summer Camp Counsellor - Easter Seals Camp Horizon
Easter Seals Alberta —Bragg Creek, AB
- Weekends as needed
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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Wilderness Summer Camp Counsellor
Airdrie Boys and Girls Club —Airdrie, AB
- $16.50 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
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Summer Camp Counsellor ( Canada Summer Jobs)
Easter Seals Alberta —Bragg Creek, AB
- Weekends as needed
- Leadership
- Communication skills
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Triwood Summer Camp Counsellor
Triwood Community Association —Calgary, AB
- $18 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification
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Summer Camp Counsellor (Canada Summer Jobs)
Action for Healthy Communities —Leduc, AB
- $19 an hour
- Seasonal
- English
- Working with children
- In-person
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Summer Camp Counsellor
New Brighton Residents Association —Calgary, AB
- $17 an hour
- Temporary
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Communication skills
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14h
Summer Camp Counsellor
St. Mary & St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church —Edmonton, AB
- $16 an hour
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- In-person
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Riveredge Counsellors (Contract)
YMCA Calgary —Calgary, AB
- Contract
- CPR Certification
- Working with children
- First Aid Certification

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Camp Caravan Counsellors

Camp Caravan, United Church of Canada
Okotoks, AB

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Job details

Temporary | Seasonal
$19–$21 an hour

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Food Safety Certification
Working with children
First Aid Certification
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

To apply for this position please go to: https://app.amilia.com/Jobs/en/chinook-pacific-uccan/JobPosting/762762

Camp Caravan Counsellors are the heart of Camp Caravan. They work directly with children, guiding age-based groups through daily programming while fostering joy, safety, belonging, and meaningful connection.

Counsellors lead activities, facilitate games, support spiritual exploration, and build relationships with campers throughout the week. Working as part of a collaborative travelling team, Counsellors partner closely with the Team Lead, Program Lead, YouthCrew, Site Hosts, and volunteers to ensure a positive and well-run camp experience at each location.

This role is ideal for individuals who love working with children, value inclusive community, and are eager to contribute to a dynamic, faith-rooted summer ministry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Camper Care & Program Leadership

Lead and support a consistent age-based group of campers throughout the week
Create a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment where every child feels safe and valued
Facilitate Camp Caravan programming including games, outdoor play, art, storytelling, music, and group activities
Encourage participation through enthusiasm, creativity, and positive role modelling
Adapt activities to meet the diverse abilities, learning styles, and needs

2. Faith, Reflection & Wonder

Support age-appropriate spiritual exploration through stories, questions, reflection, prayer, and create expression
Participate in large-group gatherings, music, and community moments
Counsellors with gifts in music, drama, or storytelling may be invited to take on additional leadership in these areas

3. Safety, Supervision & Wellbeing

Ensure the physical, emotional, and spiritual safety of all campers at all times
Follow all Camp Caravan safety protocols, child protection policies, and emergency procedures
Be familiar with site-specific emergency and safety plans each week
Respond appropriately to incidents and concerns, reporting to the Team Lead or Program Lead as required
Foster a culture of care, respect, and accountability

4. Teamwork & YouthCrew Mentorship

Work collaboratively with the Camp Caravan staff team to support daily programming and logistics
Support and mentor YouthCrew members, during daily activities, offering guidance, encouragement, and clear direction during activities
Participate in daily staff check-ins, reflections, and end-of-week debriefs

5. Community & Hospitality

Welcome campers and families during daily arrival and dismissal times
Represent Camp Caravan’s values of care, inclusion, and community in all interactions
Partner respectfully with Site Hosts, volunteers, and community members
Contribute to a positive, hospitable presence within each host community

6. Camp Logistics & Daily Operations

Assist in setup, takedown, and care of program spaces and materials
Support attendance tracking and basic administrative tasks as required
Help transport and organize supplies between camp locations when needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills & Abilities

Genuine passion for working with children and youth
Ability to create inclusive, engaging, and supportive environments
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Flexibility and adaptibility in dynamic, changing settings
Willingness to explore and share Christian faith in open, respectful, and curious ways

Education, Training & Experience

Experience working with children in camps, schools, or recreational, or community programs (asset)
Previous leadership experience in a camp or faith-based setting (asset)
Experience working collaboratively as part of a team

Certifications (Required or Willing to Obtain Prior to Employment)

Standard First Aid & CPR Level C
Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
Prevent It! (or equivalent)
Alberta Government Food Safety Certificate (asset)
Mental Health First Aid - for People Working with Youth (asset)

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

Term: June 27, 2025 – August 28, 2026 (9 weeks total)
Training: Mandatory Camp Caravan Full Team in-person overnight training will take place at Camp Pringle (Vancouver Island) Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 7:00 PM until Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 3:00pm
Counsellors will be paid for 9 weeks, which includes
Camp Weeks
In-person overnight training
Required online training modules
Between 1/2 day and 2 days of in-person training in May and/or early June
Summer employment is 40 hours per week and includes some evening and weekend travel (Days in lieu will be planned accordingly)
The closing week of camp may finish 2-3days early to allow time in lieu for travel days and overtime worked
Travel, accommodations, and logistical supports related to training and camp weeks outside the City of Calgary are coordinated by Camp Caravan
Other Requirements: Must have reliable transportation to and from camp locations (personal vehicle, transit, carpool, etc)

Compensation

This is a salaried position
Compensation is based on experience and will range from Minimum wage to $19-$21 per hour

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting a resume and cover letter here.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

Camp Caravan welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences
Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process- please let us know if you require support
Previous experience in church or camp ministry is not required; curiosity, openness, and a willingness to learn are valued

ABOUT CAMP CARAVAN

Rooted in Care, Community, and Inclusion – A Summer of Fun, Friendship & Faith!

Camp Caravan is a travelling, community-based summer day camp ministry, in partnership with Fish Creek Shared Ministries and Chinook Winds Regional Council. Hosted in United Church and community spaces across Calgary and Southern Alberta, Camp Caravan brings joyful, inclusive, and faith-filled programming directly into neighbourhoods—moving from site to site each week to make camp accessible, relational, and deeply rooted in community.

Through hands-on activities, outdoor play, storytelling, music, and shared experiences, Camp Caravan invites children to explore belonging, wonder, care, and creativity in ways that are welcoming and meaningful.

Camp Caravan creates safe, inclusive spaces where children, youth, and leaders experience faith through relationship, curiosity, creativity, and compassion. Grounded in the Christian tradition of the United Church of Canada, Camp Caravan reflects a faith that is open, justice-seeking, and rooted in love—honouring diverse identities, beliefs, and family experiences.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 9 weeks

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: On the road

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