Behaviour Counsellor

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Employers can create an account and post jobs for FREE! Application Deadline Date:

March 20, 2026 Wages commensurate with qualifications and experience. Job Description

Join our Team! Position Title:

Behaviour Counsellor Date Posted:

February 25, 2026 Competition File No.:

2026-10 Program Area:

Youth and Recreation Worksite Location:

Health, Fitness and Aquatics Centre, Owen Sound Travel Requirement:

No Position Type:

Temporary Contract

Category:

#4 Existing Vacancy:

Yes

No. of Vacancies:

1 Hours:

35 to 40 hours Shifts:

Monday – Friday, 6:45am to 5:45pm, shifts being between 7.5 – 8.5 hours long. Flexibility is required when necessary Salary/Wage:

$17.84 – $18.58 per hour Wages commensurate with qualifications and experience. Start Date:

June 5, 2026 (training for 16 to 24 hours) Full time effective June 29, 2026 End Date (if temporary):

August 29, 2026 Application Process:

Email resume, cover letter and YMCA Employment/Volunteer Application Form to: Supervisor of Youth and Recreation at

patty.publuske@osgb.ymca.ca . Include the

Job Title

and

Competition File Number

in your subject line. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Y is people-powered.

Our staff and volunteers provide the

spark

that helps

ignite

positive change in the lives of others. Your Opportunity to be the Spark! As a charity igniting the potential in people, we are seeking a passionate, creative, and fun Behaviour Counsellor who loves working with children. Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Youth and Recreation Supervisor and Day Camp Coordinator, the Day Camp Behaviour Counsellor focuses on addressing and managing behavioural challenges while promoting emotional well‑being, positive social interactions, and personal growth among children. Behaviour Counsellor works closely to identify behavioural needs and help implement appropriate strategies. Job Requirements

You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have Standard First Aid and CPR‑C certification. You must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Preference would be post‑secondary studies in a field related to children and youth development. Ideally you have prior experience working with special needs children but not required. If you are 18 years of age or older, a Police Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Checks upon hire is required. We are also looking for 3 professional or character references. Flexibility regarding assigned hours of work and the ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers is required. The YMCA’s Commitment to Protecting Those We Serve

We are committed to our responsibility to protect the children and other vulnerable people we serve. Therefore, all employees and volunteers must provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search results as a condition of their employment or volunteer engagement. These police record checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offense(s) – if any – is considered in the decision‑making process in relation to the requirements of the position, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered gainful employment. The YMCA’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Equality

The YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce 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. Need help with your resume, improving your interview skills or finding the right career?

Our Employment Advisors are here to support you in your job search. From exploring employment and training opportunities and preparing to re-enter the workforce, to helping you write effective resumes and prepare for interviews. Land Acknowledgement

The Municipalities of Bruce and Grey Counties sit on the traditional territory of the Anishnabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibwe, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. We give thanks to them, and to the Chippewas of Saugeen, and the Chippewas of Neyaashiinigmiing, as the traditional keepers of this land and water, and we also recognize the traditional homeland of the Metis Nation. Charitable registration number 11907 4995 RR0001

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