Wellness Manager

We are currently looking for a Wellness Manager to join our team of committed professionals. This Full-time Contract position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s John Island Camp location near Spanish, ON. Reporting to the Director of John Island Camp, the Wellness Manager is responsible for overseeing the health, safety, and overall well-being of all campers and staff throughout their time at camp. This role conducts wellness check-ins for campers and staff, and manages first aid and wellness-related incidents. The Wellness Manager is also responsible for the safe organization, administration, and distribution of camper medications during their stay, ensuring a safe and supportive camp environment.    START DATE: May 1, 2026 LOCATION: YMCA John Island Camp RATE OF PAY: $18.00-$20.00HOURS: 42 hours/ week     SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS               Completion of at least three years in a nursing program at a college or university, or equivalent practical experience. Applicants with education completed outside of Canada must submit a WES with their application Experience administering medications, providing primary care to children and young adults, and promoting health and wellness engagement in a camp setting Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational and time management skills Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening   MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct wellness check-ins with parents and campers, including seeing all campers on the first and last days of camp Assess and care for children and staff who are ill, providing treatment in consultation with the on-call physician Safely organize, administer, and distribute medications to campers as required Ensure all first aid kits are properly stocked, both on site and for outtrips Maintain accurate documentation and summary reports for medication administration and Wellness Centre visits Complete daily living accommodation rounds to monitor camper well-being Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure the Wellness Centre remains safe and hygienic   HOW TO APPLY If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by April 30, 2026 to the attention of the Hiring Manager.    CAMP EQUITABLE EMPLOYMENT FUND The Camp Equitable Employment Fund (CEEF) is a grant created to reduce barriers to camp employment for individuals who have been historically marginalized and underrepresented in the camping industry. The fund is open to Canadians, ages 18 to 25, who are a part of a BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) communities. Ideal candidates will have previous experience, or a demonstrated interest, in working with youth. Camp-specific experience is not required. Successful applicants will receive financial assistance to offset the personal expenses of working in the outdoor industry. This could include: certification courses, personal gear, equipment and travel costs. Fund Application Process: Apply for a position at YMCA John Island Camp and complete the interview process. Submit the CEEF Application Form (on the Employment Opportunities page of our website) Receive your offer of employment, based on successful interview and reference checks. Receive notice of any awarded funds before the need to respond to your offer of employment. Funding will be awarded to successful applicants across Canada in the order received and based upon available funding. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for funding as soon as possible after applying for employment at camp. If you have any questions about the Camp Equitable Employment Fund, please contact johnislandcamp@ymcaneo.ca