At Rainforest Adventure Camps, we believe in the power of play. We are a community-focused non-profit dedicated to developing participants’ resilience, empathy, and independence in a fun, outdoor setting. If you are an outgoing, high-energy leader who thrives in the woods and the water, we want to meet you!

 

Who You Are: The Energetic Mentor
You are a "people person" who stays patient and kind even when the weather isn't perfect. You are creative, reliable, and take initiative to build a sense of community.

• - An Experienced Leader: You have at least 600 hours of professional experience leading groups of children ages 5-12.
• - Safety-First: You are comfortable managing groups near water (lakes/pools) and are always a step ahead when it comes to risk management.
• - The Game Master: You have a "backpack" full of games and activities ready to go at a moment's notice.

 

What Your Days Will Look Like:

• - Lead the Fun: Guide children through daily adventures, facilitating games and forest exploration.
• - Active Supervision (Land & Water): This is a high-movement role. You will be in the water with campers daily at arm's reach to ensure safety and engagement in the water.
• - Cultivate Community: Build a safe, inclusive environment where every child feels seen and empowered.
• - De-escalate with Kindness: Anticipate social challenges among campers and resolve them with a calm, respectful approach.

 

Prerequisites:

• - 600+ hours of professional experience leading groups of 8–12 children in a recreational or educational setting.
• - Safety: Current Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sector) & First Aid/CPR Certification.
• - CSJ Eligibility: Must be 18–30 years old and a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Person.
• - Transport: A reliable vehicle is strongly recommended.

 

Locations: We have camps throughout Metro Vancouver. Please list your preferred cities in your application. A reliable vehicle is strongly recommended. Our camps go on different out-trips each day and we meet near the out-trip of the day. You will be scheduled for a camp location that is convenient for you; you are not expected to travel between cities daily.

 

Join Our Mission: Adventure Play Care Society is a non-profit on a mission to inspire and empower. We value diversity and invite experienced leaders from all backgrounds to apply to our child-centred programs.

Apply Today: Please send your resume and your answers to the following questions to info@rfcamps.com.

Application questions:

1. CSJ Confirmation: Are you between 18–30 and a Permanent Resident, Citizen, or Protected Person?
2. Safety: Do you have a current CRC and First Aid?
3. Experience: Please confirm you have 600+ hours of professional experience leading groups of 10-12 kids. Briefly describe the types of programs you’ve led.
4. Location: Which cities in Metro Vancouver would you prefer?

 

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We appreciate your interest.