Mental Health Specialist

Pay within range based on years of transferrable experience

Daily Rate: $127.13 - $134.88

Location:

YMCA Camp Pine Crest, Torrance, Ontario (Transportation to camp is available at the beginning and end of the summer)

Work Hours:

Must be available to work 6 days a week between Monday – Sunday

Employment Type:

Seasonal Hourly Contract (Existing Vacancy)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated

Start Date:

June 20, 2027

Final date to receive applications:
December 6, 2026 at 11:59pm

Be the Spark! Join our dynamic team a YMCA Camp Pine Crest , where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work!

YMCA Camping and Outdoor Education offers outdoor experiences that foster personal growth and build community. After taking part in our programs, children and youth return home more confident, independent, and with new friendships. YMCA Camp Pine Crest is an overnight camp serving children, families, and organizations through naturally focused programs that embody the mission, vision, and outcomes of the YMCA. Camp Pine Crest is made up of 650 acres of Muskoka wilderness surrounded by 3 interconnected lakes with 8km of shoreline;

has over 26km of hiking trails and 7,500 sq. ft. of dock and has 60 buildings.

The Mental Health Specialist supports the overall health and well-being of the camp community, with particular attention to the mental health of staff, participants, and volunteers. The position provides guidance and wellness resources, responds to health concerns, and works with camp leadership and Out-Tripping Directors to support appropriate care and medical preparedness. The role contributes to a safe and positive camp experience through health monitoring, first aid support, medication administration, documentation, and compliance with health and safety requirements.

• Provide guidance to the camp team and support the Camp Director and Coordinator in delivering training on physical and mental health, wellness, and safety.
• Support the health and wellness of the camp community by providing resources, reviewing camper and staff health forms, monitoring health information requiring special attention, and conducting regular check-ins with campers and staff.
• Conduct regular check-ins with campers, camper groups, and counsellors to support a positive camp experience.
• Respond promptly to first aid situations and communicate with the Camp Director, external healthcare professionals, and parents as necessary.
• Dispense camper medication according to the instructions provided on camper health forms.
• Support the out-tripping program by conducting pre- and post-trip health checks, assisting counsellors with packing and inventorying first aid kits, and supporting medical preparedness for trips.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for campers, staff, and volunteers.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely accident, incident, and camp wellness program records and documentation.
• Attend staff training and meetings, participate actively, and contribute to staff development and learning.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with members, staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Act as a positive role model for participants and staff by following Pine Crest guiding principles, YMCA policies and procedures, and Ontario Camps Association guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• First Aid and CPR certification that meets the requirements of the Child Care and Early Years Act and YMCA policies.
• Mental Health First Aid certification.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Current enrolment in post-secondary education, such as Nursing, Child and Youth Studies, or Social Work, is considered an asset.
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