Summer Camp - Behaviour Specialist
Job in
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Listing for:
Canada Games Centre
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary
position
Listed on 2026-03-08
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18.6 CAD Hourly
CAD
18.60
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Canada Games Centre (CGC) is a vibrant multi-sport community and recreation centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are a 176,000 sqft facility operated by a non-profit society committed to promoting physical literacy, fitness and wellness, and to supporting the needs of high-performance sport & athlete development. The Centre runs sport and recreation programs, camps, fitness classes and so much more in an inclusive environment.
Located in Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and traditional lands of the Mi’kmaq people, the CGC acknowledges the Peace & Friendship Treaties signed in this Territory and recognizes that we are all Treaty People.
Together, we inspire healthy active living.
Setting
The Canada Games Centre summer camp program is available for children between the ages of 5 and 12 and takes advantage of all that our state-of-the-art community recreation facility has to offer. Typical days include swimming in our aquatics centre, playing physically active games on our 52,000-square feet of hardwood court space in our field house, running laps on our 200-metre six-lane indoor track, crafting and classroom activities in one of our many community rooms, as well as outdoor play opportunities on our playground.
Position Summary
The Summer Camp Behaviour Specialist will be responsible for monitoring and responding to behavioural difficulties in our camps daily. This will include ensuring the child’s personal and behavioural needs are adequately met, making modifications to include them in all camp activities, providing camp counsellors with tools to support these campers, and ensuring campers’ overall safety and happiness while in our care.
You will also be required to communicate with parents/guardians daily to ensure proper care. As there will be interaction with parents and guardians, a commitment to service excellence is key to success in this role. Knowledge of a wide range of sports and leisure activities will also be required. This position will report daily to the Recreation Coordinator.
Responsibilities
Care for individuals needing extra support on a one-on-one basisDeal with initial problem solving when issues ariseReport concerns to supervisor regularlyAssess conflict situations and exercise strong judgment in recommending solutionsManage behavioural difficultiesDevelop and implement strategies, both short- and long-term, for individual campers that are experiencing behavioural concernsAssist and support camp staff in dealing with behavioural concernsCirculate through the camp groups to monitor behaviour and proactively address any potential concernsComplete daily reportsComplete additional projects as assignedQualifications
Mandatory
Must be entering full time post-secondary studies in the fall semester or returning to full-time post- secondary studies in the fall (proof of enrollment will be requested)Previous experience in a setting where children are the main focusPrevious experience in a setting where children with behavioural concerns are the main focus and knowledge on adapting activities to suit a host of needsCustomer Service experienceDesirable
Working/playing knowledge of a variety of sportsCurrent Basic Workplace First Aid certificate (formerly Emergency First Aid) and CPR-C (will be offered prior to start)Knowledge and Education
Strong background in recreation and sport as an employee, volunteer, or participantStrong knowledge of various behaviours such as inattention, hyperactivity, aggression, and other behavioural disordersAbility to work independently and as part of a teamDemonstrate excellent verbal, written, and oral skillsPossess strong coordination and leadership skillsDedication to Customer ServiceAbility to coach, train, and guide peers and participantsWorking Conditions
This is a full-time position beginning June 22, 2026, and ending August 28, 2026Shifts are scheduled for 8.5 hours and will start and end between the hours of 8:00am and 6:00pm Monday to FridayPlease note that you must be available for mandatory staff training June 16th and 17 from 6pm-9pm and June 20 from 9am-5pmCompensation
The compensation for this position is $18.60 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay)Notes
Criminal Record & Child Abuse Registry checks will be required as part of the hiring processWhat’s in it for you?
Free facility membershipFree parking and close proximity to Halifax TransitAmazing team environment
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