Click here to apply for Summer 2023!
All staff must:
- be 19 years of age or older
- submit a Vulnerable Sector Police Screening
- participate in Rainbow Camp® Counsellor Training (June 23-30, 2023)
- be available for the duration of Rainbow Camp Ontario (July 2-August 25) unless alternative arrangements are made in advance
- be legally eligible to work in Canada
International Staff (including Americans): All staff are required to be eligible to work in Canada which can be done by applying for a temporary work permit. For more information about work permits or visas, visit the Ontario Camps Association page for International Staff.
For more information about working at Rainbow Camp, view our 2023 Employment Package.
Camp Director
Application Deadline: February 10th
Our Camp Director is ultimately responsible for ensuring every camper is able to experience the complete magic of Rainbow Camp. This includes the main tasks of hiring and overseeing staff, developing strategies, schedules, training & plans ahead of camp, and/or resolving any operational issues. This role also requires the flexibility of problem-solving any challenges that risk diminishing the camp experience even in the smallest details. The Camp Director is expected to work part-time (remotely) from March through May and full-time onsite from June through August (travel and accommodation included)
To apply: Submit a cover letter and resume. In your cover letter please include a paragraph on what excites you about working for Rainbow Camp®. Email our leadership team at hr@welcomefriend.ca
Leadership Team and Site Staff
Application Deadline: February 3rd. Applications may be accepted after these dates to fill available positions. Accommodations, meals and travel (up to $500 CAD) are covered for all successful applicants.
Our LEADERSHIP TEAM looks at the big picture and keeps daily operations running smoothly! Leadership Positions include: Assistant Director, Program Director, Wilderness and Outtrip Coordinator, Medic, Mental Health Medic, Waterfront Director, Community Care Coordinator, LIT Coordinator, and Admin/Volunteer Coordinator.
Our SITE STAFF make sure we are all well-fed and that our physical site is ready for our campers! Site Staff positions include: Head Cook, Assistant Cook, Kitchen Assistants, and Maintenance/Grounds Staff.
For specific job descriptions and required certifications: 2023 Employment Package
Counsellor and Program Staff
Application Deadline: March 3, 2023. Applications may be accepted after these dates to fill available positions. Accommodations, meals and travel (up to $500 CAD) are covered for all successful applicants.
Counsellors and Program Staff act as caregivers and role models for our campers! All of our counsellors are programmers too, planning and facilitating daily activities in one of three areas: Waterfront (lifeguards), Adventure Week (outtrip programs) or General Program Staff. Counsellor-Program staff will rotate through cabin and programming placements weekly as assigned. We are also hiring an Arts Programmer to develop arts programming and maintain the craft cabin space.
For specific job descriptions and required certification: 2023 Employment Package
