Catapult Camp Counselor

Catapult is a world-class program designed to give youth a life-changing opportunity to discover their potential, take charge of their lives and become empowered to make a difference. The program is a combination of inspiring presentations and exciting activities set in an atmosphere of fun and friendship. Our leadership program is offered absolutely free to 50 Nova Scotia students entering Grade 10 in September who have been nominated by their school because they have natural leadership qualities and the potential to become strong leaders but who would not normally have access to this type of opportunity due to circumstance such as economics, loss of family, geographic isolation, racial barriers, etc.

We are currently looking for camp counselors. Our camp counselors are volunteer mentors who become role models to the youth in our program. They work both independently and as a team to provide a stable, positive and often life-changing experience for our youth. This is a volunteer position – meals, accommodations and supplies are covered by Catapult and there is an honourarium of $800.

Catapult Camp – Monday, August 10 – Wednesday, August 19, 2026. (2 days of training Aug 10/11)

At Camp Counselors are expected to:

·      Actively participate during on-site training before camp begins

·      Work cooperatively with the staff team to create a memorable experience

·      Help with both set up and tear down of camp

·      Get to know all campers and encourage timid campers to participate

·      Participate in daily staff meetings

·      Assist teaching resources as needed and actively participate in programming

·      Monitor youth wakeups and curfews

·      Provide general supervision and discipline

·      Facilitate free time options

·      Moderate daily Family Shares