Company Mission

Muskoka Woods is a Christian youth development organization that welcomes everyone to an experience for a lifetime. Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Rosseau, we specialize in summer camp, school trips, group retreats and leadership development for all ages. We exist to inspire youth to shape their world.

Job Description

The Arts & Athletics team is behind all the amazing activities guests get to do everyday. They’re all about inspiring youth to try new things, fostering skill development, building confidence and of course, having fun!

The Timbergrove Lodge Area Head plays a key role in bringing the mission of the Muskoka Woods Youth Foundation to life – ensuring that every guest, regardless of background, experiences the joy and transformation of summer camp. The Area Head leads a team of hosts to create a welcoming and organized environment for our partner groups. They serve as the main point of contact, managing logistics, coordinating with other departments, and ensuring an exceptional experience from arrival to departure. They are responsible for staff training and coaching, leading activities and evening programs, managing health forms and police checks, gathering stories from guests, and maintaining high standards of safety, hospitality, and guest care.
A day in the life looks like connecting with groups and hosts throughout the day to ensure everyone is having a great time, ensuring all activities are planned and organized, and wrapping up with the group at the end of the day to celebrate wins and prepare for tomorrow.
The Timbergrove Lodge Area Head role is unique within the Athletics Department. While the overall workload is equivalent to an Area Head, the schedule is more flexible and often includes evenings to align with group programming and guest needs.
Heads up: The Area Head will be responsible for helping lead and execute our weekend stayover program. This will include overseeing instructors at activities, work projects and helping to lead evening program. Area Heads will also be assigned to be a Transportation Bus Captain at least once throughout the summer.

Leadership staff are regularly assigned to the Shutdown schedule and the Dining Room Maitre'd schedule.
Leadership staff also contribute to the overall ministry to staff and are required to lead a staff small group and participate in our One to One staff mentoring program.
All leadership staff contribute to alternate duties on guest arrival and departure days as well as the weekend stayover program.
Leadership staff may be required to act as a "Staff Dorm Parent" within their accommodations. Expectations include: establishing and maintaining a healthy cabin culture, supporting and upholding all Muskoka Woods policies as well as directly addressing any conflicts that arise within the accommodations to the best of their ability.

Staff are required to attend all meetings as outlined during staff training including Cadence and Small Group.

Skills and Attributes Required

Muskoka Woods is looking for staff whose personal values match the MW Core Values which includes having a passion for working with children and youth.

Applicants must have leadership experience, administrative skills, be attentive to details as well as excellent communication skills both written and verbal. The Timbergrove Lodge Area Head must be able to facilitate and instruct activities as well as manage group dynamics, build relationships and create a safe yet fun activity experience. Previous experience with youth is preferred.

Salary Range

$215 - $245 per week plus room and board

Full Summer Bonus

Each leadership employee who commits their entire summer (with some exceptions for Classic) will qualify for a $400 bonus to be given at the end of the summer.

Contract Dates

May 31 - September 4, 2026

Essential Functions

• Be able to help guests and staff in emergencies
• Have the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of guests and/or staff
• Have the ability to travel around camp with guests
• Join in on activities for 6 to 8 hours a day
• Lead both small and large group activities
• Communicate clearly and effectively with staff and guests

Additional Notes

• All staff are required to uphold the Muskoka Woods Vision and Mission, Core Values and Aspirations, as well as all policies and procedures as outlined during our Staff Development Week held at the beginning of your contract.
• All Counsellors stay in a cabin with our guests. All other staff stay in shared staff accommodation.
• All Staff are required to live on property in Rosseau, Ontario for the duration of their contract.

Apply now via Muskoka Woods' online application process. You'll need to create an account (or use a previously created one) and apply online.