Challenge Course 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 successful candidate will be responsible for helping their team to develop, intentionally modify, and safely run Towhee's adventure programming to meet the needs of each camper and cabin group. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Programming, the Challenge Course Program Supervisor will also be responsible for actively supervising, managing, and being a resource and role model for their staff team. This position is ideal for someone who is a dynamic relationship builder and team player. The position requires a candidate with experience facilitating camp programs and activities, including experience with challenge courses and their operation. The ideal candidate will also have experience with supervising and managing a team safely and effectively.

As our new Challenge Course Program Supervisor, you will:

1. Ensuring the creation and delivery of safe, effective, and intentional programs from all program staff.
2. Ensuring the safe operation of the Camp Towhee challenge course, including the inspection of gear and elements.
3. Providing direct supervision, feedback, and written evaluation to each team member.
4. 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.
5. Assist in other areas of the camp by providing direct support and supervision of campers during mealtimes, evening programs, bedtime routines and night supervision as needed.
6. Provide coverage for the Challenge Course team when members are absent. 
7. Assist in other areas of camp programming as needed.
8. Adhere to, and interpret to all staff and campers the policies, practices, and procedures of Camp Towhee, and to always act 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.
• Ropes Course Instructor Certification (CUI Level 2) or willingness to obtain.
• Experience facilitating adventure-based learning programming, including the use of high-ropes elements/climbing walls.

• 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.
• Participation day trips as needed.
• Moderate to loud noise levels.
• Intermittent 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