Join Our Summer Intern Team!

Start Date: June 9, 2025

Position Overview:

The ideal candidate will have background in planning programs, good collaboration skills, strong leadership, time management and organizational capabilities. The Camp Director must have a passion for serving others and the role will require patience, enthusiasm, self-control and dependability.

The role involves the planning, coordination and supervision of the entire summer camp program. The Camp Director will be responsible for ongoing communication with parents, guardians and fellow camp staff. The well-being, safety and supervision of camp environments and participants will be a primary responsibility of the Camp Director. Additionally, the Camp Director will plan, prepare and organize daily activities, site logistics (set-up/clean-up) and fulfill administrative duties related to camp operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the planning and implementation of innovative summer outreach activities for children including one week of full day camp, designed to appeal to and include the various ethnic and cultural groups, new immigrants and low-income families that are represented by the demographic of these neighbourhoods and aligned with PORTICO’s overall community outreach strategy.

• Demonstrate understanding of camp policies, regulations and standard operating procedures within the Kids Ministries Department.

• Oversee program development, planning and execution of all camp activities and submits plans for approval to the Kids Ministries Pastor.

• Collaborate with the Camp Administrative Assistant to create supplies lists and to ensure camp expenses fall within the summer camp operating budget.

• Submit supplies lists and expense proposals to the Kids Ministries Pastor for approval prior to purchase.

• Purchase summer camp equipment and supplies, maintaining accurate records and inventory.

• Foster positive and cooperative working relationships with team members.

• Coordinate with the Kids Ministries Pastor to organize and schedule trainings, as well as regular group meetings, with fellow summer camp interns.

• Generate necessary forms, letters and documents essential for camp implementation.

• Address and resolve questions, problems and concerns from parents/guardians before and during camp.

• Monitor peer culture to identify any problems or difficulties and collaborate with the Kids Ministries Pastor address any issues.

• Ensure campers’ compliance with camp rules and regulations and intervene when needed.

• Support the implementation of positive behavioural management strategies.

• Manage emergency situations in coordination with the Kids Ministries Pastor.

• Report all injuries and incidents promptly to the Kids Ministries Pastor, collaborating to complete incident reports in a timely manner.

• Evaluate the overall program for efficient and optimal program delivery and recommend changes when necessary.

• Seek guidance or assistance from the Kids Ministries Pastor when required.

• Facilitate weekly meetings with fellow summer camp interns to discuss the tasks that need to get done each week in preparation for camp.

• Supervise check-in/check-out procedures.

• Ensure compliance with Plan to Protect ratios by maintaining adequate camp staff levels in all camp areas.

• Greet parents during morning and afternoon check-in/check-out, addressing any questions they may have during these times.

• Always demonstrate appropriate behaviour, including maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with fellow summer camp interns, staff, campers, parents/guardians and visitors.

• Assist and serve as in PORTICO weekend services and events.

• Develop and mentor leaders to serve the needs of PORTICO’s Mission, Vision and the CONNECT, GROW, SERVE Core Values, as described in PORTICO’s Leadership Pathway.

To apply for this job, please submit a job application.

Start Date: June 9, 2025

Position Overview:

This role involves working closely with the Camp Director to oversee summer camp operations. Key responsibilities will include coordinating paperwork and handling administrative tasks for summer programs and managing camper information intake and records. Additionally, the position assists in all other areas of general operations for summer camp. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be well organized, detail-oriented and have the ability to meet deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and respond to various forms of communication, including email and telephone communication.

• Coordinate paperwork related to campers and camp staff, maintaining organized files and forms to document relevant information.

• Create and send out emails to parents/guardians regarding summer camp, including confirmation of registration, needed information, pick up and drop off times, items to bring to camp, etc.

• Manage and update camp databases, ensuring accurate contact information.

• Prepare online and printed materials.

• Update and maintain Kids Ministries social media platforms with relevant camp information, promotions and updates.

• Disseminate informational lists (e.g., medical and pre/after-care) to summer camp staff.

• Collaborate with the Kids Ministries Pastor, Camp Director and fellow interns to enhance camper programs. This includes the improvement of application materials, brochures, daily schedules, registration processes, and policies.

• Collaborate with the Kids Ministries Pastor and Camp Director to organize summer camp intern trainings, leading specific training sessions.

• Ensure the timely update and dissemination of materials for campers, summer camp interns and volunteers.

• Support the implementation of positive behavioural management strategies.

• Always demonstrate appropriate behaviour, including maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with fellow summer camp interns, staff, campers, parents/guardians and visitors.

• Collaborate with the Camp Director to develop supplies lists and ensure camp expenses align with the summer camp operating budget.

• Purchase summer camp equipment and supplies, maintaining accurate records and inventory.

• Monitor expenses to ensure budget compliance.

• Act as the Camp Director in their absence and fulfill any other assigned duties, including providing support during summer camp as needed.

• Assist and serve as in PORTICO weekend services and events.

• Participate in the planning and implementation of innovative summer outreach activities for children including one week of full day camp, designed to appeal to and include the various ethnic and cultural groups, new immigrants, and low-income families that are represented by the demographic of these neighbourhoods and aligned with PORTICO’s overall community outreach strategy.

• Develop and mentor leaders to serve the needs of PORTICO’s Mission, Vision and the CONNECT, GROW, SERVE Core Values, as described in PORTICO’s Leadership Pathway.

To apply for this job, please submit a job application.

Start Date: June 9, 2025

Position Overview:

Oversee the preparation of materials and implementation of camp rotation activities, developing opportunities for campers to experience belonging and community while at camp. This role oversees procurement of resources, supplies, volunteer coordination, training, curriculum preparation, and learning environments that foster friendships and individual camper growth. The successful applicants will utilize existing lesson plans to assist them in preparing activities; however, they will also engage in extensive research to develop rotations with intentional activities that allow children opportunities to achieve both individual success as well as foster teamwork, cooperation and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the planning and implementation of innovative summer outreach activities for children including one week of full day camp, designed to appeal to and include the various ethnic and cultural groups, new immigrants, and low-income families that are represented by the demographic of these neighbourhoods and aligned with PORTICO’s overall community outreach strategy.

• Plan, coordinate and implement activity rotations, including, games, sports, crafts, snack and themed events.

• Ensure that the activities schedule is balanced, including both high-energy activities as well as activities that encourage children to rest and recuperate.

• Provide support and guidance for the campers and staff in the implementation of activities.

• Maintain and resupply activities inventory, supplies, and equipment.

• Ensure that all activity rotations run on time.

• Oversee the preparation, decoration and set up of each camp activity room.

• Oversee, staff and coordinate lunchtime supervision of all campers.

• Oversee, staff and coordinate before and after camp care.

• Oversee the preschool and elementary inventory assessment and storage clean-up for the new ministry year.

• Provide guest services support, classroom check-in assistance and classroom leadership/support for the Sunday elementary & preschool programs.

• Be available to assist and serve as requested in PORTICO weekend services and events.

• Develop and mentor leaders to serve the needs of PORTICO’s Mission, Vision and the CONNECT, GROW, SERVE Core Values, as described in PORTICO’s Leadership Pathway.

• Always demonstrate appropriate behaviour, including maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with fellow summer camp interns, staff, campers, parents/guardians and visitors.

To apply for this job, please submit a job application.

Start Date: June 9, 2025

Position Overview:

Oversee small group strategy, developing opportunities for campers to experience belonging and community while at camp. Small group activities are an essential component of our summer camp experience. During these periods children will break into smaller groups and engage in conversations and activities that will help them reinforce positive values and build relationships with their peers. The successful candidate will utilize existing curriculum lesson plans, as well as conduct research, to help them create a welcoming environment and develop small group activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the planning and implementation of innovative summer outreach activities for children including one week of full day camp, designed to appeal to and include the various ethnic and cultural groups, new immigrants, and low-income families that are represented by the demographic of these neighbourhoods and aligned with PORTICO’s overall community outreach strategy.

• Oversee all small group resources, supplies, volunteer coordination, training, curriculum preparation, and learning environments that foster friendships and individual camper growth.

• Oversee the preparation, decoration and set up of each camp activity room.

• Oversee the curriculum selection and preparation of materials for small group activities for the Fall ministry (Sunday elementary & preschool programs).

• Implement strategy for scheduling, orientation, support, resources, and to align all elements and volunteer staffing for June – July small groups (Sunday elementary & preschool programs), setting up a smooth transition to the new ministry year.

• Provide guest services support, classroom check-in assistance and classroom leadership/support.

• Assist and serve as in PORTICO weekend services and events.

• Always demonstrate appropriate behaviour, including maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with fellow summer camp interns, staff, campers, parents/guardians and visitors

• Develop and mentor leaders to serve the needs of PORTICO’s Mission, Vision and the CONNECT, GROW, SERVE Core Values, as described in PORTICO’s Leadership Pathway.

To apply for this job, please submit a job application.

Start Date: June 9, 2025

Position Overview:

This role involves overseeing the planning and implementation of Large Group opening and closing events for children. These high impact, exciting program segments will include drama, music, dance, games, hosting, bible stories and tech elements. The ideal candidate will be comfortable speaking in front of groups of people, including children, fellow interns and staff, or have a strong desire to develop this skill.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the planning and implementation of innovative summer outreach activities for children including one week of full day camp, designed to appeal to and include the various ethnic and cultural groups, new immigrants, and low-income families that are represented by the demographic of these neighbourhoods and aligned with PORTICO’s overall community outreach strategy.

• Oversee the preparation and use of Pro Presenter and audio/visual tech equipment to support all Large Group events, at camp and for Sunday elementary & preschool programs (May-July).

• Host large group segments, including opening and closing, during summer camp

• Implement strategy for scheduling, orientation, support, resources, and to align all elements and volunteer staffing for June – July large groups (Sunday elementary & preschool programs), setting up a smooth transition to the new ministry year.

• Coordinate, schedule and support all rehearsals.

• Oversee the planning and implementation of the Large Group stage design, set up and tear down of camp staging and décor elements.

• Assist and serve as in PORTICO weekend services and events.

• Develop and mentor leaders to serve the needs of PORTICO’s Mission, Vision and the CONNECT, GROW, SERVE Core Values, as described in PORTICO’s Leadership Pathway.

• Always demonstrate appropriate behaviour, including maintaining professional relationships and boundaries with fellow summer camp interns, staff, campers, parents/guardians and visitors.

To apply for this job, please submit a job application.

Start Date: June 9, 2025

Position Overview:

As an Inclusion Support Worker, you will provide compassionate, individualized support to campers between the ages of 4 – 11 years old. This role is ideal for an applicant who has a strong desire to ensure that every child, regardless of ability, feels engaged, included, and well supported during their time at camp.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting children with exceptionalities, excellent communication skills, and a strong ability to adapt and problem-solve. Previous camp experience and/or a background in child-care, education, child and youth care or a related field is an asset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide inclusion support to campers living with disabilities and/or other exceptionalities, ensuring a safe, appropriate and inclusive environment for all campers.

• Provide individualized assistance (one-to-one, two-to-one and/or three-to-one support) to campers living with disabilities and/or other exceptionalities.

• Participate in the planning and implementation of innovative summer outreach activities for children (with a focus on children living with disabilities and/or exceptionalities)including one week of full day camp, designed to appeal to and include the various ethnic and cultural groups, new immigrants and low-income families that are represented by the demographic of these neighbourhoods and aligned with PORTICO’s overall community outreach strategy. 

• Collaborate with camp staff to adapt camp curriculum and activities to ensure inclusive programming for children of different abilities.

• Collaborate with Next Gen Pastoral Associate to create camp wide strategies to help meet the needs of campers in need of extra support (ie. sensory spaces, hallway sensory paths, calm down spaces, etc.)

• In collaboration with the NextGen Pastoral Associate, work with parents/guardians and other camp staff to develop appropriate camper behaviour modification and support/accommodation plans as required.

• Provide care for each camper that meets physical, psychological, and social needs. 

• Utilize camper behaviour modification and support/accommodation plans to help meet the individual needs of campers and adapt daily activities to ensure campers living with disabilities and/or other exceptionalities are able to meaningfully participate during camp.

• Maintain confidentiality of children and parents/caregivers.

• Communicate regarding campers’ involvement throughout camp and offer feedback regarding how to meet camper needs.

• Be available to assist and provide one-to-one, two-to-one, or three-to-one support as requested during PORTICO weekend services and events.

• Assist with behaviour management and implement positive behavioural strategies during camp, as well as during PORTICO weekend services and events.

• In collaboration with the Next Gen Pastoral Associate, create behavioural management and positive behavioural strategies guidelines and training materials for camp staff and volunteers.

• Communicate with parents/caregivers of children living with disabilities and/or other exceptionalities regarding their child’s day, including sharing successes, reminders, and challenges.

• Report all accidents, incidents, and concerns to a full-time staff member immediately, collaborating to complete incident reports promptly.

• Design and co-ordinate promotional material and their distribution related to programs and activities as assigned.

To apply for this job, please submit a job application.