The Ontario Science Centre Recreational Programs Department offers science-based Day Camps and other programs, for youth 4-14. During the summer and other school breaks we operate a large-scale Day Camp program and require enthusiastic Junior Recreational Program Assistants (Jr RPAs) to assist in the supervision of children and the delivery of a safe and successful program experience.
Please note that Jr RPAs will be asked to make a commitment to attend all training dates and to work as scheduled during our Summer Camp program, with no guarantee of hours.
The Jr. RPA is a Student position and scheduling is strictly limited to natural school breaks (summer, Holiday/Winter Break and March Break).
We invite you to join our Recreational Programs team and bring your enthusiasm, creativity and knowledge to our Camp and Youth programs.
We anticipate hiring 15-20 people in this role. We cannot guarantee hours but anticipate staff in support of these programs to commit to a full schedule.
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
About the job
• Work in a fast paced environment where you will need to readily adapt to change
• Assist with the organization, implementation, supervision and execution of a variety of camp and program duties
• Interact with parents/caregivers, staff, children and other customers to provide program information
• Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions; and will complete other tasks as assigned by Supervisors
• Assist with setting up, maintaining and cleaning up program delivery spaces and supplies inventory by moving boxes, supplies, and other large items (up to 20 lbs) related to recreational programs to and from the required areas for set-up/take down
• Participate in camp activities that include extended periods of sitting, walking, kneeling, crouching, squatting, reaching and/or standing
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• All candidates must be certified in Standard First Aid and CPR Level C prior to the start of employment and maintain certification throughout employment
• Top candidates will be required to obtain a Vulnerable Screening Sector check for this position.
• Availability to be scheduled for work during full summer period (8-10 weeks pending final timetable)
• You must be 15 years of age or older as of the first day of employment.
• You must be a resident of Ontario
• You must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Students are also required to have a Social Insurance Number (SIN) upon being hired
• You must be enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution or are within six months of graduation on the first day of employment
Communication & Teamwork Skills
• Ability to conduct active/circle games, icebreakers, songs etc. or have related experience in recreational programs such as coaching and dramatic arts
• Excellent oral communication and a commitment to communicating in an inclusive manner
• Capable of adapting your communication style to cater to a wide range of learning abilities or styles
• Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships and work in a team setting
• Ability to create and foster a fun, welcoming and positive environment for camp participants
Customer Service Skills
• Proven commitment to customer service and visitor care
• Ability to interact with children of different ages, that have different learning styles/abilities, and/or special needs
• Ability to interact with caregivers and visitors in a professional, responsible and respectful manner as a representative of the Ontario Science Centre
Organizational Skills
• Demonstrates dependability, reliability and initiative
• Ability to adhere to a schedule, commit to time keeping and demonstrate consistency
• Ability to learn camp procedures/daily operations and implement them on a consistent basis.
• Assist in providing safe supervision, and organization of campers
• Assist in the development and implementation of the daily schedule and planned activities
OPS Commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti- racism:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.