Coordinator/Assistant Program Manager
Organization: YMCA-YWCA of Greater Victoria Outdoor Centre
Website: http://www.victoriay.com/
Location: Victoria and Sooke, British Columbia
Placement: January 2015 Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Nature and Scope:
YMCA-YWCA of Greater Victoria’s Outdoor Centre offers outdoor
education and camping experiences for children, youth and adults. The
800 acre property provides a unique opportunity to experience nature
and engage in active pr
ograms in a wilderness setting. The cornerstone
programs of Outdoor Education and Summer Camps ( Camp Thunderbird
overnight and day camps) benefit from site attributes that include
archery ranges, a lake with swimming and boating docks, extensive
hiking trails, high and low ropes course elements, and the capacity to
accommodate over 200 people. The Outdoor Centre is a key Branch within
the YMCA-YWCA of Greater Victoria. With a well-earned reputation as a
provider of wilderness experiences, and recent investments in
infrastructure, the Outdoor Centre is positioned to expand the scope
of programs offered to the community.
Reporting to the Program Manager, the successful applicant will be a
key member of the Branch leadership team. Working within a management
team structure that provides support, supervision and direction to 50+
front-line staff and volunteers, this person will have direct
responsibility for the Summer Camp operations, and provide ongoing
support to the Outdoor Education programs during the spring and fall.
The programming scope includes (but is not limited to): leadership
development; nature craft; team building; outdoor adventure; ocean,
lake and land-based out-trips; and environmental education.
This position requires a self-starter who is motivated, organized, and
capable of creating a positive sense of belonging for all participants
and staff. The successful candidate will live on site (rustic
accommodation is provided) during our program season (late April to
September). The work schedule will flex to accommodate the needs of
our clients. This role is a Permanent Full-Time position, and the
incumbent will be eligible for an attractive benefits package, after
completion of the probationary period, that includes cost-shared group
benefits and pension plans.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure operations adhere to YMCA Camping and BCCA accreditation
standards in program and service delivery, in collaboration with the
Program Manager
• Develop content for designated program areas; ensure the effective
planning and execution of logistics, scheduling, training and program
delivery
• Provide oversight and/or direct supervision to the tripping, ropes
and rock climbing programs
• Build and maintain relationships with campers, students, teachers and parents
• Assist with administration, budgeting, quality assurance and program
evaluation
• Participate in the recruitment, selection and training of new
employees/volunteers, offer continual coaching, and provide
performance management feedback and support
• Ensure compliance with Association and Camp policies and procedures
including Child Protection
• Contribute to the development and delivery of new programming in
keeping with the Operational Plan
• Supervises effective health, safety, security and risk management
policies and procedures within specified program areas
• Responsible for the safety of large groups of children/youth,
adults, staff and volunteers
• Provide day-to-day leadership for the staff team as directed by the
Program Manager; provide direct program delivery as required
• Serves as Duty Manager and performs other tasks as required
Qualifications:
• Education – Post-Secondary education in Education, Outdoor
Recreation/Management or a related field preferred; or advanced
outdoor leadership training (e.g. NOLS, COLT, OB)
• Professional Experience – minimum of 3 years camping experience at a
supervisory level, YMCA-YWCA experience is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage risk in a multi-faceted,
complex environment – including operating in remote, isolated
locations
• Demonstrated knowledge related to healthy child and adolescent development
• Human Resources management experience
• Strong communication skills including the ability to resolve
challenging situations
• Strong computer skills (MS Office software)
• Occupational First Aid Level 3 is required (possess or willing to obtain)
• Class 4 BC Driver’s License, clean driver’s abstract and
unrestricted use of a personal vehicle is required
• CUI Level 2 or equivalent certification is required
• Advanced Paddle Canada or SKGABC certification, and NLS
certification are desirable qualifications
• Clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector clearance is required
Competencies:
• Commitment to Organization Vision and Values
• Commitment to Health and Safety
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Planning and Organization
• Communication
• Problem solving
Short listing will begin November 12, 2014. The posting will remain
open until a suitable candidate has been selected. Interested
applicants* are requested to forward resumes to:
Human Resources
YMCA-YWCA of Greater Victoria
Email: hr@victoriay.com
*We appreciate all expressions of interest but only short-listed
candidates will be contacted.
The YMCA-YWCA of Greater Victoria is an equal opportunity employer.