Job Description
Position Title: Boarding Counsellor
THE CAMP RIDLEY DIFFERENCE
Camp Ridley offers exceptional summer day and boarding camps for children and youth ages 4 to 17, welcoming both Canadian and international campers. Our programmes span art, science, athletics, leadership, and experiential learning, creating a summer filled with discovery, friendship, and fun—both inside and outside the classroom.
Rooted in Ridley College’s long-standing commitment to positive education, Camp Ridley focuses on building the fundamental life skills that help young people flourish. Our programmes intentionally support campers’ physical, creative, social, and interpersonal development in a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.
All camps are hosted on Ridley College’s beautiful 90-acre campus in the heart of the Niagara Region, featuring world-class facilities and a vibrant campus community. Our boarding camps offer a unique opportunity for campers to experience boarding life in a safe, supportive, and welcoming setting.
OUR SUMMER TEAM
Working at Camp Ridley means being part of an energetic, collaborative, and caring summer community dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for young people. Our camp team members are positive role models who bring enthusiasm, responsibility, and a genuine commitment to working with children and youth.
Camp Ridley offers a fun, fast-paced, and rewarding workplace where staff are supported through training, coaching, and mentorship. Whether this is your first camp role or you are returning with experience, you will be part of a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous growth. By attracting and supporting staff who thrive in Ridley’s positive education culture, we create a summer environment where campers—and staff—can learn, grow, and flourish together.
This posting is for an existing full‑time summer vacancy. This is a live‑in position. On‑campus housing and meals are provided for the duration of the assignment.
OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION
We are seeking Boarding Counsellors to support and supervise campers living in Ridley’s boarding houses during the summer. Boarding Counsellors play a key role in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging residential experience for campers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Reside on campus and work scheduled overnight shifts within the boarding houses.
Supervise and support the wellbeing of boarding campers during free time, evenings, and weekends, actively engaging in residence life and programming.
Assist with the organization and supervision of evening, weekend, and off‑campus activities and excursions.
Monitor attendance, conduct nightly checks and spot checks, and supervise study periods as required.
Supervise meals in the dining hall and support daily residence routines.
Communicate regularly with the Boarding Life Supervisor regarding camper behaviour, concerns, and wellbeing.
Follow established protocols for behaviour management, safety, and emergency response, including medical situations and fire drills.
Support airport arrivals and departures for boarding campers as required.
Participate fully in all required training sessions and certifications.
QUALIFICATIONS
Post‑secondary education or equivalent experience.
Ability to engage positively and responsibly with children and youth in a boarding environment.
Strong communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset.
Energetic, enthusiastic, and reliable.
Experience in boarding life or residential camps is considered an asset.
A second language is considered an asset.
Valid Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certification (training will be provided if required).
OUR OFFER
Camp Ridley offers a positive and inclusive summer workplace with competitive compensation, valuable hands‑on experience, opportunities for skill development and leadership growth, and a supportive team environment on a beautiful campus in the heart of Niagara.
RATE OF PAY $750 per week
HOW TO APPLY
Qualified applicants are encouraged to upload their resume in the fields on the right side of the page.
Position will be posted until filled.
As a condition of employment, a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening Report must be provided. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.
Ridley College is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and equitable environment where everyone feels respected, valued and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used in order to ensure your equal participation.
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