Job Title: Summer Camp Program Coordinator

Based at: Camp Hope

Reports to: Camp Program Manager

Status: Full-time permanent, year-round

Start date: March 16th, 2026

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OUR MISSION

Because of the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ, Hope Mission exists to serve the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those in search of help, healing, and hope.

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Job Summary: 

Summer Camp Program Coordinator will support with the planning, development, and delivery of engaging, mission-aligned summer camp and year-round programs for at-risk and vulnerable children and youth. This role ensures that all summer and year-round programs run safely, smoothly, and with excellence. The position is active year-round, combining program design and leadership during the summer with administrative, training, and recruitment/networking in the off-season. Camp Hope is located on 100 acres of forested land 20 minutes west of Calgary along the Elbow River. We offer 5-day overnight camps for children and youth ages 6-17. Activities include archery, challenge courses, bike trails, survival activities, wide games, and more!

Major Duties & Responsibilities: 

Program planning and development (year-round):

• Design, evaluate, and refine summer camp programs that align with the organization’s mission and values.
• Research and integrate best practices in youth development, outdoor education, and recreation.
• Create seasonal program themes, schedules, and activity guides.
• Collaborate with the Camp Program Manager to develop, pilot, and implement new year-round programming initiatives at Camp Hope.

Staff recruitment, training, and leadership:

• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and onboarding seasonal staff and volunteers (i.e. attend staff recruitment fairs, interviews, networking opportunities)
• Plan and deliver pre-summer staff training sessions focusing on program delivery, camper care, and safety
• Provide ongoing coaching, supervision, and support to program staff during the camp season.
• Model positive leadership and uphold camp culture and values.
• Recruit, train, schedule volunteers
• Occasional public speaking engagements at community dinners, churches, donor appreciation dinners, etc.

Program operations (summer):

• Oversee daily camp programming and activity areas, ensuring safety, engagement, and inclusion.
• Support conflict resolution, behavior management, and camper well-being as needed.
• Coordinate with kitchen, maintenance, and medical staff to ensure smooth camp operations.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and collect feedback from campers and staff.

Administration and logistics:

• Support the program manager in maintaining summer program budgets, inventory, and supply ordering.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and accreditation standards.
• Manage program records, incident reports, and evaluation data.
• Contribute to communication materials, such as parent emails/phone calls and promotional content.
• Support marketing, outreach, and registration efforts for upcoming seasons.

Off-season and organizational support:

• Assist with off-season school programs, retreats/rentals, and fundraising events as needed.
• Attend staff meetings, Hope Mission events, and organizational planning sessions.

Qualifications: 

Experience:

• At least five years of previous experience working with children and youth in some avenue/ministry
• At least two years of experience in leadership in some capacity
• Previous camp experience is an asset
• Driver’s License

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrated experience in camp, youth, or outdoor education leadership.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience leading teams and working with diverse age groups.
• Knowledge of child/youth development, recreation programming, and risk management.
• Current First Aid/CPR (or willing to obtain); other certifications (e.g., NCCP, Mental Health First Aid, challenge courses) are an asset.
• Ability to live on-site during summer operations.
• Passionate about creating transformative experiences for under-privileged youth and children.
• Collaborative and flexible team player.
• Calm under pressure and solutions-oriented.
• Committed to Christian/Biblical values, safety, and fun.

Key Attributes: 

• Teamwork: Able to serve alongside a team of outreach workers to run an engaging program for kids and youth.
• Passion for & Commitment for working with children, youth and families who face a variety of obstacles and challenges in their lives.
• Program Facilitation: Able to engage a group of children and youth by leading games, Bible lessons, crafts and activities.
• Multi-Tasking: Able to juggle competing needs and prioritize completion of tasks and projects.
• Crisis Response: Able to use conflict resolution & de-escalation techniques to manage crisis & conflict situations.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt as program needs and opportunities change with a joyful attitude.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to live on site in community for 2 months (July-August)
• Must have a passion for working with youth and children
• Being a non-denominational Christian Organization, we require our employees to be in agreement with and sign the Hope Mission Statement of Faith.
• Cover letter stating why you would like to work in a Christian organization.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada on a full-time basis.
• Able to provide Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search and a Child Intervention Record Check
• A letter of reference from a ministry or church is an asset
• Adherence to Hope Mission’s Policies and Procedures.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.