Posted 11 months ago
Volunteer Day Camps
@ YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Overview
The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is recruiting volunteers for its Volunteer Day Camps at the John W. Lindsay YMCA and Community YMCA. Volunteers support staff in running safe, inclusive, physically active programs for children and youth. The posting states the schedule as PD days during the school year and weekdays in July and August.
Pay:
$0.01 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Support staff in hands-on camp programming
- Help with set-up, take-down and cleaning
- Assist with attendance and program documentation
- Report safety hazards and incidents the same day
Requirements summary:
- Experience working with children and youth
- Interest in youth programming
- Ability to keep a safe, organized environment
- Communication skills with youth, parents and staff
- Post-secondary education in early childhood education an asset
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-12-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-01
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Schedule | day |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, Child Abuse Register Check |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Early Childhood Education |
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YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
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a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.
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We are a charity dedicated to nurturing the inherent potential in individuals just like you. Because at the YMCA, we believe that when we create the conditions for individuals to thrive, it results in stronger, connected communities for all. For over 170 years, we’ve cared for kids, shaped leaders for tomorrow, helped generations of people come together for support, and provide experiences that last a lifetime. As a charitable, non-profit organization, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, in welcoming spaces that are both nurturing and fun — a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families thrive.
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- People associated on LinkedIn
- 230
- Reported office locations
- 1601 South Park St, HALIFAX, Nova Scotia B3J 2L2, CA
- Other recorded names
- YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth
- Specialties
- Child & Family Development
- Immigration Services
- Group Fitness
- Health & Wellness
- Youth Outreach
- Camp
- Employment Services
- Community Initiatives
- Sports & Recreation
- and Aquatics
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We are a charity dedicated to nurturing the inherent potential in individuals just like you. Because at the YMCA, we believe that when we create the conditions for individuals to thrive, it results in stronger, connected communities for all. For over 170 years, we’ve cared for kids, shaped leaders for tomorrow, helped generations of people come together for support, and provide experiences that last a lifetime. As…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | HALIFAX, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1853 |
| Specialties | Child & Family DevelopmentImmigration ServicesGroup FitnessHealth & WellnessYouth OutreachCampEmployment ServicesCommunity InitiativesSports & Recreationand Aquatics |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 30 |
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Title: Volunteer Day Camps
Hours: PD Days throughout the school year and weekdays in July and August
Location: John W. Lindsay YMCA and Community YMCA
The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – in a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.
Our ability to partner with others in the community is through the dedication of our employees and volunteers. By joining the YMCA as a volunteer, you will become part of a dedicated team of individuals with a great passion for providing support to the communities we serve.
The Opportunity
This position involves creating engagement opportunities for children and youth to promote physical activity, outdoor exploration, cooperative play, and community connections. Reporting to the Director of Day Camps, volunteers will work to deliver safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate programs that emphasize physical literacy as key to building healthy communities. Staff will implement fitness and wellness activities in line with YMCA standards, child safety requirements, and core values.
Responsibilities
- Support staff in the delivery of hands-on programming and provide participants with a safe, inclusive, positive environment.
- Assist staff with program set-up and take-down, preparation of materials, cleaning, tidying, and other duties to keep camp activities safe, well-run, and on time.
- Assist staff in maintaining YMCA policies, etiquette, and safety requirements.
- Assist staff in completing program documentation as required, i.e. helping with attendance tracking.
- Build inclusive, positive working relationships with others.
- Report any known or predicted safety hazards.
- Assist the Camp staff with documenting any incidents or accidents, no matter how minor, and communicate these back to the Director and/or Site Coordinator on the same day.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience working with children and youth as a babysitter, coach, youth group leader, or other similar role.
- Interest in supporting youth programming and engaging with children and youth.
- Ability to maintain a safe and organized environment.
- Post-secondary education in Early Childhood Education or related field an asset.
- Communication skills to work with youth, parents, and staff.
Please note that all volunteers of the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth are required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check, clear Child Abuse Register Check.
Apply Today
Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/.
The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.
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