Posted 19 days ago
Christmas Camp Counselor
@ Easter Seals Alberta
Bragg Creek, Alberta
Overview
Easter Seals Alberta is hiring Christmas Camp Counselors for two overnight camps at Camp Horizon in Bragg Creek, AB, supporting campers with disabilities or medical needs. The work covers personal care, inclusive activities and a safe, welcoming environment. Pay is $570 per camp, with free lodging and meals during sessions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead inclusive games, crafts and holiday activities
- Support campers with personal care, meals and bedtime routines
- Ensure dietary and accessibility needs are met
- Foster a safe, welcoming camp environment
Requirements summary:
- Experience with individuals with disabilities or complex medical needs
- Background in childcare, youth work or recreation
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C (required)
- Ability to work independently and in a team
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-20
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Schedule | overnight |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Licences & certifications | Standard First Aid, CPR-C |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Perks mentioned | Free or discounted meals, Paid training |
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Easter Seals Alberta
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Inspiring Potential - Enriching Lives - Building Community
Full company description
Easter Seals Alberta is a registered charity with a mission to provide services that foster inclusion, independence and recreation for individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. Today, Easter Seals continues to offer programs and services to help these children, youth and adults achieve a greater level of acceptance and independence. Easter Seals Alberta funds disability solutions through financial assistance, recreational and respite programs, residential services, equipment provision, public and consumer education. Our Vision: Inspiring Potential • Building Community • Enriching Lives Please visit our website at www.easterseals.ab.ca
- LinkedIn followers
- 924
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 30
- Reported office locations
- Suite 103, 811 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7L4, CA
- 14407 McQueen Road, Edmonton, Alberta T5N 3L3, CA
- Other recorded names
- Easter Seals Alberta
- Specialties
- Programs and services for people with disabilities and special needs
- Easter Seals Camp Horizon
- Easter Seals McQueen Residence
- Mobility Equipment
- Recreation
- Respite
- Education
- Advocacy
- and Disability solutions
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Easter Seals Alberta is a registered charity with a mission to provide services that foster inclusion, independence and recreation for individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. Today, Easter Seals continues to offer programs and services to help these children, youth and adults achieve a greater level of acceptance and independence. Easter Seals Alberta funds disability solutions through financial…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, AB |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1951 |
| Specialties | Programs and services for people with disabilities and special needsEaster Seals Camp HorizonEaster Seals McQueen ResidenceMobility EquipmentRecreationRespiteEducationAdvocacyand Disability solutions |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 7 |
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Christmas Camp Counselor
Are you ready to make this holiday season truly magical? Easter Seals Alberta is looking for enthusiastic and compassionate Christmas Camp Counselors to join our team for two joyful Christmas Camp events at Camp Horizon! This is your chance to help create unforgettable memories for Albertans with disabilities — filled with laughter, friendship, and holiday cheer.
About Easter Seals Camp Horizon
Since 1965, Easter Seals Camp Horizon has specialized in accessible, inclusive outdoor adventures for individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. Our programs include high ropes, rock climbing, camping, arts & crafts, leadership training, and much more!
Our mission is to Inspire Potential, Build Community, and Enrich Lives. We’re dedicated to fostering inclusion, independence, and recreation for all Albertans — and that includes our incredible staff team!
About the Role
Camp Counselors are at the heart of the Christmas Camp experience. You’ll have the most hands-on role, ensuring our campers feel supported, included, and celebrated. From helping with personal care to leading games and singing carols by the fire, you’ll play a key part in spreading holiday joy.
During training, you’ll learn how to be an effective counsellor, build meaningful relationships, and gain the tools to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for every camper.
Camp Dates
We have two magical Christmas Camp events — you can apply for one or both!
· Training Days: November 30 – December 2nd, 2026
· Event #1 (Kids Christmas Camp): December 4–6, 2026 (overnight)
· Event #2 ( Adults Christmas Camp): December 11–13, 2026 (overnight)
Pay: $570 per camp.
What You’ll Be Doing
· Lead and facilitate inclusive games, crafts, and holiday activities
· Support campers with personal care, meals, and bedtime routines
· Ensure every camper’s dietary and accessibility needs are met
· Foster a safe, positive, and welcoming environment for all
· Encourage campers through “Challenge by Choice” opportunities
· Be a leader, role model, and source of joy for your group
· Go above and beyond to make camp a magical experience for everyone
Your Skills & Experience
· Experience working with individuals with disabilities or complex medical needs
· Background in childcare, youth work, or recreation
· Ability to work both independently and as part of a fun, high-energy team
· Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C (required)
· Musical, artistic, or creative talents are a bonus — we love holiday spirit!
Working Conditions
· Onsite at Camp Horizon (Bragg Creek, AB)
· Overnight shifts during camp sessions
· Work alongside a diverse and supportive team
What We Offer
· Free lodging in shared staff cabins surrounded by beautiful Kananaskis scenery
· Delicious meals during camper sessions
· Disability sensitivity and inclusion training
· The chance to make a real difference this holiday season
Conditions of Employment
· Satisfactory completion of a Police and Vulnerable Sector Check
Join us this December and be part of something truly special. Help us create memories that warm hearts long after the snow melts.
Apply today and bring your holiday spirit to Camp Horizon!
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