Join the YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth Team!
Be the Spark! Join our passionate team and be the spark that ignites the potential in others. YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada, offers settlement services to newcomers to Canada, operates 2 overnight camps and 15 Health & Fitness branches across Southwestern Ontario, and we have been making a positive difference in the communities we serve for over 50 years!
Why The Y?
The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to the development of healthy communities and welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Top Employers. We offer meaningful employment and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families.

Position: Outtrip Leader
Location: YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth, Beausoleil Island
Start Date: June 22, 2024
End Date: August 23, 2024
Salary: $725/week

As part of your total compensation:
• Receive a 1-year complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities, and discounts on YMCA child care and camp programs
• Be part of a caring and supportive network of people to help each other succeed
• Complimentary access to wellness and counselling services

In this role, you will:
• Form positive individual relationships with participants
• Ensure that participants’ life needs are met while at camp and on trip
• Provide adequate and engaged supervision of participants while at camp and on trip
• Proactively manage emotional and physical risk for participants and staff members on trip
• Respond quickly and effectively to trip-related accidents and incidents
• Adhere to internal policies and procedures as well as OCA and CQRP standards regarding all trip activities
• Pack all food and equipment for trip, paying attention to dietary restrictions for participants
• Effectively identifie and manages risk on trip
• Complete a detailed trip proposal and route plan for each trip
• Be committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
• Embrace and exemplify the Y’s core values

Other Job Details:
• This is a seasonal position and the successful candidate is required to live onsite at YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth for the duration of their contract, with the majority of their time spend on canoe trips.

Education and Skills Qualifications:
• Holds current Standard First Aid and CPR C certificate
• Holds current NL certificate
• Holds current Wilderness Advanced First Aid certificate
• Hold current ORCKA Tripping 3 and ORCKA Moving Water 1+2 certificates
• Holds current Swiftwater Rescue Technician 1/Whitewater Rescue Technician certificate
• Holds a clear Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Position Screening
• 3 years of experience working with children and youth in an outdoor or recreational setting is an asset
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

To Apply:
• Submit your cover letter, resume, and supporting documents via this application. This job posting will be active until the role is filled.
• Include in your submission your specialized experience, and why you are the best candidate for this role. Please include the name of the position and location in your application.

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
NOTE: The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.