Overview
The Team Lead is a frontline leadership role responsible for supervising, mentoring, and supporting Camp Counsellors while ensuring high-quality, person-centered care for campers. Team Leads play a vital role in daily operations, staff development, behaviour support, and communication between counsellors and camp leadership.
This role is ideal for experienced camp staff looking to take the next step into leadership, gain supervisory experience, and make a meaningful impact in a structured care environment.
Start Date: June 6th, 2026
End Date: August 18th, 2026
Reporting to: Assistant Directors
About Camp Winston:
Nestled on the picturesque shores of Sparrow Lake in the enchanting Muskoka region of
Ontario: Camp Winston is a haven for children and youth with neurobiological disorders (e.g. Autism, ADHD, PTSD). Offering a respite from their everyday challenges, the camp provides a unique sanctuary where children can develop friendships,have new experiences, and learn essential life skills under the guidance of the devoted Camp Winston staff.
At Camp Winston, the transformative magic unfolds as campers, often for the first time in their lives; feel a proftound sense of acceptance, connection, and security. The overarching mission of Camp Winston is to empower these exceptional children, laying the foundation for their success.
Discover more about the extraordinary impact of Camp Winston by visiting www.campwinston.com.
Responsibilities
Leadership & Staff Supervision
- Supervise, mentor, and support a team of Camp Counsellors
- Model professionalism, positive communication, and best practices in camper care
- Conduct bi-weekly check-ins and performance evaluations
- Provide real-time coaching, feedback, and guidance during daily programming
- Support training, onboarding, and consistent implementation of camp policies
- Foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative staff team
Camper Care & Program Oversight
- Support the implementation of individualized, person-centered care plans
- Create and monitor SMART goals for campers and track progress throughout sessions
- Assist counsellors with camper hygiene, toileting, and daily living routines while maintaining dignity and safety
- Support activity planning, transitions, and adaptations to promote camper success
Behaviour Support & Crisis Response
- Act as a first point of contact for counsellors managing behavioural challenges
- Provide de-escalation support and behaviour coaching aligned with CPI principles
- Assist with incident response, documentation, and follow-up communication
Communication & Operations
- Serve as a liaison between Camp Counsellors and Assistant Directors
- Participate in leadership meetings and daily briefings as required
- Communicate clearly and professionally with staff and leadership
- Contribute to continuous improvement of staff practices and camper experience
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Uphold Camp Winston policies, Code of Conduct, and Public Health standards
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful camp environment
- Support emergency procedures and risk management protocols
Qualifications & Experience
- Enjoy working outdoors in a summer camp environment
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working at Camp Winston or in a comparable camp or care setting
- Demonstrated leadership skills and experience mentoring or supervising peers
- Ability to deliver high-quality, person-centered care
- Strong communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills
- Collaborative problem solver with the ability to work effectively with diverse personalities
- Interest in child and youth development
- Comfortable working offline with limited access to Wi-Fi
Certifications & Requirements
- First Aid & CPR Certification (St. John’s Ambulance or Canadian Red Cross)
- Willingness to obtain CPI training (provided by Camp Winston)
- Willingness to comply with Public Health recommendations and standards
- Willingness to provide vaccination records in accordance with Muskoka-Simcoe Public Health policies
- Satisfactory Police Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Location, Hours & Compensation:
● Camp Counsellors will live onsite from June until the end of August
● Hours will vary during the time of employment at camp.
What We Offer & Our Culture:
● We have a camper first ( Camper Centric) model. We plan our camp with the focus that camper deserve the very best version of camp for themselves.
● We operate the Camp Winston Foundation and its programs with Stability, Accountability, Reliability and Compassion as guiding principles
● We always act in a respectful and effective manner with all people, in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values Camp Winston
● We uphold a high standard of professionalism as outlined in the Code of Conduct
● We respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations and faiths and religions in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of individuals, families and communities
● We maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal codes and regulations
● We continually seek growth, optimization and improvement to offer the very best care possible to our campers
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Lifeguard Certification (preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kilworthy, ON P0E 1G0: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2026-06-06
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Work Location: In person
