Woods Program Supervisor, Camp Towhee

Who we are
As the need for mental health services grows, Child Development Institute (CDI) continues to be the steadfast support and leading provider of specialized mental health services for children and youth aged 0-18 and their families. All of our services are guided by a strength-based approach that incorporates the family and the community into the journey of supporting children and youth.
Trusted with the mental well-being of our community's most sensitive members, infants and children, all of our programming is backed by rigorous research. Science is the backbone which informs our work as we evolve alongside the needs of our community.
We are committed to providing services that are respectful of racial, cultural, religious, ethnic and linguistic diversity, as well as sexual orientation, age, gender and family differences. All our services are delivered by a deeply caring and compassionate team that guides children, youth and families along a mental health journey in a safe, respectful and welcoming space.
About Towhee
Camp Towhee is a member of the Ontario Camps Association (OCA) and employs individuals that believe in and uphold the OCA core values. These values are integrity, respect, responsibility, inclusiveness, caring, and openness. All Camp Towhee staff members are expected to carry themselves in a way that represents these values and aligns with the OCAs mission to have camp staff who are honest, responsible, and fair to all.
Camp Towhee/Towhee Summer Therapeutic Program treats youth with Mental Health issues complicated by Learning Disabilities. Located in Haliburton, Ontario, Towhee positively changes the trajectory of kids and staffs lives. This will be one of the most rewarding, magical and hardest places you will ever work. We provide 15 days of training covering behaviour management, counselling skills, CPI, mental health and learning disabilities.
If you are interested in a career in the social services, psychology or teaching and/or want to play a pivotal role in supporting children and youth in feeling safe enough to be their genuine amazing selves - Towhee is the place for you to get real experience, skill building, and be part of that change.
Who we need
The Woods Program Supervisor is a dynamic relationship builder and team player with a passion for understanding and supporting children/youth, knowledge about the impacts of mental health and learning disabilities, and a desire for helping campers experience success. They are someone that knows a lot about nature-based programming and has fun and innovate ways to share this knowledge with campers.
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Programming, the Woods Program Supervisor is responsible for directly supervising and coordinating the Waterfront & Woods Program leaders in collaboration with the Waterfront Program Supervisor. This includes overseeing the safe organization and implementation of all land-based offsite trips, including planning and coordination, in addition to helping the team plan and run all programs.

As our new Woods Program Supervisor, you will:

1. Overseeing the planning and implementation of all woods-related programs and offsite trips, which includes providing oversight for staff and participant safety.
2. Providing direct supervision, feedback, and written evaluation to each team member.
3. Perform as a part of the greater Towhee Supervisor Team, which includes the development of staff training, team building activities, and providing general support to all staff members.
4. Assisting in other areas of camp by providing direct support and supervision of campers during mealtimes, evening programs, bedtime routines and night supervision as needed.
5. Provide coverage for members of the Waterfront & Woods team when members are absent.
6. Assist in other areas of camp programming as needed.
7. Adhering to all policies, practices, and procedures of Camp Towhee, and always acting as a positive role model.

• Two (2) or more years in a post-secondary degree or equivalent experience.
• Previous professional experience working within a camp environment, strongly preferred.
• Experience working with children and/or youth, preferably our population.
• Personal, professional, or educational experiences in a related field (education, recreation, social work, psychology, etc.).
• Experience implementing behaviour/social/emotional interventions and using counselling skills.
• Ability to assume responsibility and exercise good judgment in making decisions within the scope of authority of the position.
• Must have a current and valid police record check with vulnerable sector screening
• Must have/acquire Standard First Aid with CPR C.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a respectful and aware manner with groups from diverse background and experiences.
• Experience with outdoor programming, such as archery, orienteering, fire/shelter building, water purification, plant identification, camping skills, etc.

• Fast-paced camp environment with frequent interaction with campers, staff, supervisors, families, and visitors.
• May require lifting children (up to 45 lbs.), as well as bending, stooping, stretching, squatting, pushing, pulling, sitting, walking, and climbing stairs.
• Possibility of helping lead in a canoe trip, involving paddling, portaging, hiking, swimming, and carrying equipment.
• Moderate to loud noise levels.
• Responsible for the safely and efficiently running the Camp Towhee Woods Program, including being up to date on safety procedures, leading the inspection of equipment, and overseeing the planning and facilitation of programs
• Frequent physical activity including sitting, standing, walking, running, lifting, and generally supporting campers and staff in camp activities and games.

• Experience at Towhee or a related program.
• Experience supervising and/or working collaboratively with a team.
• Bronze Cross swimming qualifications or higher, is strongly preferred.

• All applicants are advised that offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check OR Board Record Check.

• Supervisors Training: June 15th - June 17th
• Departure date: June 18th, Transportation from Toronto to Towhee will be provide 
• Pre-Camp, All Staff Training: June 19th - June 30th
• Session 1: July 4th - July 17th
• Session 2: July 20th - August 2nd
• Session 3: August 5th - August 18th 
• Staff onsite for Cleanup: August 18th 12:00 PM until August 20th at 5:00 PM, Transportation form Towhee to Toronto will be provided

• Start date: June 14, 2026
• Contract end date: August 20, 2026
• Compensation: $5,650 for the term of employment, including a base salary of $3,600 plus a special completion bonus of $2,050 at the end of the contract. Room and board are included at no additional cost