SUMMER STAFF

Join Us This Summer!

We've been developing tomorrow’s leaders for over 75 years and have an ambitious vision for the future. Each year, we hire over 200 young adults who partner with us to provide one of the best summer camp experiences in Ontario!

Leadership Development

Camp provides opportunities to take responsibility while leading campers as well as other staff. We prioritize your growth through two weeks of staff training — one more week than most other camps in Ontario.

Thriving Community

This is way more than a job! Grow through relationships with like-minded young adults who share your values, initiative and energy. We are a community focused on developing the next generation of leaders through life-changing adventures in God's creation.

Summer in Muskoka

Nothing beats swimming in Mary Lake, staring up at the stars and hiking in the woods. Spend your summer in the most beautiful place on earth.

See Lives Change

You’ll be on the front line watching campers develop as they try new experiences, grow in confidence and ask questions. Lives change at Camp!

Surrounded by Support

We've developed a system to support our staff and help them thrive! Benefit from a supervisor who provides mentorship and 1-on-1 feedback, dedicated time in the day to spend in the Bible with Jesus, an on-site counsellor you can book free appointments with and a ministry committed to scheduled rest periods throughout the day.

"Working at Camp allowed me to develop as a leader, grow in faith and further my practical skills.” Glendon M.

NEW TO CAMP? LET'S CONNECT!

Fill out the form below and our team will connect with you to discuss opportunities for the summer. We'll answer any questions and find the right role for your skills and abilities.

A POSITION FOR EVERYONE

LEADING CAMPERS

Cabin Leaders

Cabin Leaders are spiritual and emotional mentors for campers. They provide the best possible experiences by building great relationships with those in their care. These staff members lead cabin devotions, participate in amazing program games, and help campers achieve "personal bests" during activities.

Read the full Cabin Leader job description.

Got questions? Email summerstaff@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Activity Leaders

Activity Leaders instruct our incredible activities. They are trained in specific skills and facilitate safe fun every day by implementing lesson plans in an engaging way. Activity Leaders are responsible for setting up and taking down equipment and adhering to safety guidelines. They also assist Cabin Leaders during meal times and overnight.

Read the full Activity Leader job description.

Got questions? Email summerstaff@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Grasshopper Leaders

Enterprise Small Group Leaders

Enterprise Small Group Leaders play a critical role in the leadership development of our 15-year-old campers. They support these teens through mentorship, teaching, and connecting on a personal level. This is displayed through servant hearts as they clean dishes, set up for meals, and tackle projects around the facility with their campers.

Read the full Enterprise Small Group Leader job description.

Got questions? Email summerstaff@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Leaders In Training (LIT) Small Group Leaders

LIT Small Group Leaders act as spiritual mentors and take an active role in the leadership development of our 16-year-old campers. These leaders build relationships through intentional conversations, leading Bible studies, and serving alongside LITs during their practical experience week.

Read the full LIT Small Group Leader job description.

Got questions? Email summerstaff@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Program Heads

LEADING STAFF

Activity Heads

Day Camp & Grasshopper Head

The Day Camp & Grasshopper Head oversees the two non-overnight programs offered by Mini-Yo-We. Under the supervision of the Junior Camp Site Directors, this role facilitates the check-in and check-out process of both programs. This role also oversees the Grasshopper leaders and serves by caring for and discipling them.

Read the full Day Camp & Grasshopper Head job description.

Got questions? Email summerstaff@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Section Heads

Section Heads serve by caring for and discipling the group of Cabin Leaders in their section. They support these leaders through 1-on-1 conversations, prayer, and helping solve problems as they arise. Section Heads ensure campers are safe, have fun, and experience the love of Jesus through our Cabin Leaders.

Read the full Section Head job description.

Got questions? Email summerstaff@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Waterfront Heads

Waterfront Heads are part of the Activity team but serve at their individual sites under the direction of the Waterfront Coordinator. Waterfront Heads oversee anything and everything that happens at the water for their site, including free swims, water activities, and program games. Alongside the Waterfront Coordinator, they schedule and train lifeguards each week. This position requires NLS. The minimum age for a Waterfront Head is 18 years old.

Read the full Waterfront Head job description.

Got questions? Email summerstaff@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

LEADING SYSTEMS

Music Head

Out-Tripping Head

Waterfront Coordinator

The Waterfront Coordinator facilitates the opening, organization, supervision, maintenance, and closing of each site's waterfront area. The Waterfront Coordinator will schedule Water Activity Leaders and supervise the Waterfront Heads across the three core programs. This position requires NLS. The minimum age for a Waterfront Coordinator is 18 years old.

Got questions? Email summerstaff@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

OPERATIONS

Administrative Team

Administrative team members focus on the customer service experience. There is a heavy focus on interacting with camper parents, staff, and guests over email, phone, and in person. Primary tasks include registering campers, managing family accounts, answering phone calls, responding to emails and inquiries, and various administrative tasks for other teams.

Read the full Administrative Team Member job description.

Got questions? Email our Administrative Manager, Cathy Faubert, at cathy@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Camp Store Team

Dietary Specialists

In May and June, this role helps prepare meals for our staff and guest groups while becoming familiar with our kitchens, systems, recipes, and approach to special diets and allergies. In July and August, we run three kitchens to support 400-500 campers, staff, and volunteers each week. During the summer, this role serves individuals with special dietary needs. This involves communicating with the parents of campers, meal planning, and preparing and delivering meals. Dietary Specialists also assist volunteers in preparing meals for guests without dietary needs.

Read the full Dietary Specialist job description.

Got questions? Email our Food Services Manager, Jessica Meadows, at jessica@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Facility Team

Facility team members help maintain the sites and remove distractions to improve the experience of the campers, staff, and guests on property. Tasks include cleaning accommodations and washrooms, collecting garbage, groundskeeping, and projects that match each team member's skills and abilities.

Read the full Facility Team Member job description.

Got questions? Email our Facility Manager, Mike Leney, at mike.l@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Nursing Student

As a member of the Medical team, this role helps provide the best possible care for our campers, staff, and volunteers. This person supports the volunteers on our Medical team by providing consistency from week to week, weekend relief, and expertise in Camp’s medical database, policies, and procedures. Ideal candidates include nursing students on a medical career path.

Read the full Nursing Student job description.

Got questions? Email our Operations Director, Spencer Tamming, at spencer@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

Promotion Team

Promotion team members share online what's happening at Camp through photography and videography. Ideal applicants have experience and passion in one or more of the following areas: photography, videography, editing, or social media management.

Read the full Promotion Team Member job description.

Got questions? Email our Operations Director, Spencer Tamming, at spencer@miniyowe.com or call 705-385-2629.

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Need-To-Know Details

Dates

Our summer programs run during July and August. The dates and rates webpage lists when each program is offered this summer.

Training

All staff members participate in our on-site training sessions, which start in the last week of June. Some roles also take part in additional lead team training.

Time Off

Summer staff receive daily time off as well as one day off each week. For most teams, this runs from Saturday around 11:00 AM to Sunday at 9:00 AM.

Honorarium

Staff members who serve for at least 4 weeks receive a weekly honorarium between $210 and $420, plus room and board

Minimum Age

We require all summer staff to be at least 17 years old by December 31 or to be part of our Leaders in Training program.

Yes! There are two opportunities for summer staff who want to continue serving at Camp:

Fall Crew - Stay on for a few days after Summer's End and help "shut down" for the season by putting away program equipment, tidying up seasonal buildings and much more.

Internship - The Camp Mini-Yo-We Internship is an opportunity for young adults to live and serve in intentional community. The program begins in August and runs for 12 months. Click to find out more!

After your contract is signed and sent to summerstaff@miniyowe.com, you will receive an email with details about the paperwork and training required to serve at Camp, such as:

Criminal Record Check - Camp Mini-Yo-We is committed to providing a safe environment for our campers. We take the hiring of our staff very seriously, which includes collecting criminal record checks for anyone age 18 or older when they serve in the summer. For staff born before 1986, we require a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC). Record checks are valid for five years. Our team will send you instructions if you need to provide a record check for this upcoming summer.

Direct Deposit Information - All staff who work at Camp Mini-Yo-We for four or more weeks in the summer qualify for an honorarium. There is no need to apply. The amount will be listed on your contract. To be paid, direct deposit banking details must be provided in your staff account. Returning staff should inform us if there are any changes to the information we have on file for them.

TD1 & TD1ON Forms - If your honorarium for the summer is more than $500, we will collect TD1 and TD1ON forms from you. If you served with us in the past two years, you do not need to provide new forms.

Medical Form - Complete this form online in your staff account.

Under 18 Permission Form - Staff who are younger than 18 years old need permission from their parents/guardians to leave the property on their time off. Access the form here.

Training Modules - All staff must watch the following training modules, which are specific to Camp Mini-Yo-We: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA); Ontario Workplace Health and Safety; and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS). Certificates are supplied at the end of each video.

Documents may be uploaded to your staff account OR sent to summerstaff@miniyowe.com.

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ACCEPTED STAFF INFORMATION

Here's some helpful information you'll want to be aware of before arriving this summer.

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Packing List

Download the staff packing list so you don't forget anything important for your time with us!

Packing List PDF

Key Dates

Download the key dates document for summer staff including training and summer's end!

Key Dates PDF

Facility Map

Check out a map of our facility highlighting key locations relevant for our team members this summer.

Facility Map PDF

Yes! We are partner with a local laundry service who will wash, dry and fold your laundry on a weekly basis. Staff are required to pay for this service. The details are below:

If you are using the laundry service, you will be provided a free numbered bag to be used throughout the summer to be kept upon leaving.
Staff can drop off laundry on Saturday and pick up their laundry on Sunday. Laundry is done off-site by a third party company which tracks how many times each bag is used.
Laundry is $17.5 a load.
Staff who are receiving an honorarium will have their laundry fees deducted from their final pay at the end of the summer.
For staff who are not receiving an honorarium, you will receive an invoice from the office. Payment will be due at the end of your service time and can be paid at the camp office in person or by e-transfer to accountsreceivable@miniyowe.com using the password Laundry2022.