YMCA of Greater Toronto

MULTIPLE POSITION VACANCIES

ASSISTANT OUTDOOR EDUCATOR

Grade: 5
(PT Hourly Contract)

Effective Date: September 8, 2015

(Completion dates available between November 1-30, 2015)

Starting Rate: $12.90/hour

Reports to: Outdoor Centre Director

Location: YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre, Schomberg, ON

Why work for our Y?

YMCA of Greater Toronto aspires to be a great work place through an environment that embraces diversity and social inclusion, valuing differences and supporting full participation by all employees. The YMCA provides more than 4,000 employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. The YMCA works to build healthy communities. This is achieved through a shared culture and values. We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits and growth opportunities.

Nature & Scope:

The YMCA has a camping or outdoor education program suited to meet the needs and expectations for people of all ages. YMCA Camping and Outdoor Education programs offer the highest quality programs through a variety of safe and fun activities supervised by qualified and energetic staff. All our camping and outdoor education programs promote personal growth and development with a focus on the YMCA core values of respect, responsibility, inclusiveness, caring, honesty, and health.

YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre is a 263 acre site that has two significant program focuses: summer camp programs and year round outdoor education programs.

Assistant Outdoor Educators provide direct program delivery in all outdoor education programs, including leadership and team building activities for groups of all ages. In addition, Assistant Outdoor Educators assist the Outdoor Centre Director and Assistant Outdoor Centre Director with the development of new programs, as well as the revision and updating of existing programs.

Responsibilities:

Provides direct program delivery to all ages, groups and families, while building positive relationships.
Assists Outdoor Centre Director and Assistant Outdoor Centre Director in the research of outdoor education/leadership programs, making recommendations and providing input into development and implementation of new and revised programs.
Continuously builds relationships with members, staff, volunteers and community partners.
Assists Outdoor Centre Director in the marketing and promotion of site and programs to surrounding and outlying communities, including schools, community groups, corporate partners and other YMCA programs/departments.
Monitors the safety of all activities and programs throughout the duty period and responds immediately to rectify any safety concerns. Acts as host and facilitator for individuals and groups, ensuring overall satisfaction with facilities, programs and staff.
Assists with general maintenance and cleanliness of site and provides support with other duties as required.
Demonstrates appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member-focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represents the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner.
Understands the importance of the volunteer-staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with participants, volunteers, donors and staff.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Working towards and/or completion of some Post Secondary courses in outdoor recreation or related field is an asset
Experience in outdoor education /leadership role is an asset
Challenge Course/High Ropes training and experience is an asset
Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset
Ability to work effectively with others and independently to achieve optimal collective results
Well developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers
Excellent written communication skills
Experience and sensitivity in dealing with members of different cultural and racial backgrounds, including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity
Current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” required
National Lifeguard Service award is an asset
Flexibility regarding assigned working hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays required

Please send cover letter and résumé quoting job posting #766 by Friday, August 28th, 2015 to:

Gord Dunlop
Outdoor Centre Director

YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre
13300 11th Concession
Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0
Email: gordon.dunlop@ymcagta.org
F: 905-859-6750