Staff Info

Over the past few years our year-round programs have grown so big that we've had to hire contract staff to ensure that we have safe programs. Contract staff need to be returning staff or volunteers. As a contract staff you will get paid for the weekend, but you will need to take on extra duties such as, being a bus monitor, planning a program activity, setting up camp and/or cleaning up after.

Programs have a set number of contract staff positions. If you are interested in applying for a contract position for one of the programs just call the office.

New Applicants

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What we are looking for:

We are looking for anyone over 18 years of age before June 1 who likes kids and the outdoors. Experience with children and/or camping is preferred and a specific skill in a camp setting is an asset (i.e. canoeing, tripping, life guarding, etc.).

How we recruit staff:

We travel across the province recruiting staff from universities, colleges, and some high schools. We attend job fairs, set up information booths, and talk to university & college classes.

About the interview:

We conduct group-style interviews for up to 10-20 applicants at a time. The interviews take 4-5 hours and consist of an information session, games, a camp video and one-on-one interviews.

About the hiring process:

The hiring process takes a little longer than other job positions because we conduct interviews across the province. The interviews are completed in about two weeks, after which we check everyone's references and start putting the puzzle together. The process usually takes about a month.

Time commitment:

The summer contracts start at various times in June and go until the end of August. Contracts include approximately two paid weeks of staff training. You are expected to be on duty for the duration of a session with days off in between sessions.

Do I get paid?

Yes, staff that can commit to the whole summer do get paid including room & board. For specific wages and bonuses for the different positions please call the office.

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Volunteering Info

We are always searching for enthusiastic and energetic volunteers who are looking for the experience of a lifetime! Please explore the links below for more information about volunteering at Camp Trillium.

Program Information

• Camp Trillium offers programs for families affected by childhood cancer
• Camp Trillium started in 1984
• our population includes kids on treatment, off treatment, their siblings, and bereaved family members
• between our three summer programs we have about 100 paid staff (full summer) and 150 volunteers (6 or 12 days)
• year-round we have over 200 volunteers

What We Are Looking For

• must be at least 18 years of age to volunteer
• must have lots of energy and enjoy the outdoors (for camp)
• experience with children is preferred
• camp or volunteer experience is an asset
• must process a police check and have a tuberculosis (TB) test current within one year (Camp Trillium can process the police check free of charge)

Location

We run programs in communities and hospitals across Ontario and at our two camp sites.

• Rainbow Lake is 45 minutes southwest of Hamilton, Ontario (residential site)
• Garratt’s Island is 1 hour southwest of Kingston, Ontario (residential site)

Commitment

• attend an in-city group interview session (spring or fall)
• complete Camp Trillium volunteer training (full day)
• read volunteer manual and sign contract
• camp--arrive one day before campers and stay for the entire session (you must arrange your own transportation)
• community--various time commitments (occasional to year-long)
• be ready to have an AMAZING time!

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How to Apply

Please fill out the volunteer application form and send it to Camp Trillium, or apply right here online! We will also need your resume and three names and telephone numbers of references. Two of your references must be work-related and the third can be personal. For more information e-mail volunteer@camptrillium.com.

Interview & Training

Once you have applied to become a volunteer with Camp Trillium, you may be invited to a group interview session (with approx. 15 people) in the city-centre nearest you (Hamilton, Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa, London, or Sudbury). The interviews are 4-5 hours in length and include an information session, group games, role plays, followed by a one-on-one interview. If you are accepted as a volunteer, you will be invited to a one-day in-city training session that will cover topics such as camp programming, medical and psychosocial aspects of childhood cancer and safety. Volunteers are also required to arrive at camp one day prior to the start of the session for on-site orientation. Ongoing training opportunities are available for community volunteers.

Police Clearance and TB Test

All volunteers are required to have a police clearance prior to volunteering. Camp Trillium can process the clearance for you, free of charge (you must show your driver’s licence or other proof of identification). We also require that you have a tuberculosis (TB) test done through your family doctor or a walk-in clinic.

We Need You!

Not only will you be helping children with cancer and their families to have fun at camp, you will gain a sense of fulfillment and so much more…

• make a difference in someone else’s life
• develop leadership skills
• keep active
• make new friends
• enhance your resume
• take on a new challenge
• pass on a skill you've mastered
• share your enthusiasm for Camp Trillium
• be a valued part of a team
• build a lifetime of memories!

Here at Camp Trillium, we show our appreciation to you during a camp session by:

• providing room and board during your stay at camp
• giving you a camp t-shirt

Please consider helping out by becoming a volunteer! Fundraising, maintenance, and kitchen volunteer opportunities are also available.

For more information:
1-888-999-CAMP (2267)
volunteer@camptrillium.com