Position: Assistant Outdoor Educator
Organization: YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre – YMCA of Greater Toronto
Website: http://www.ymcagta.org/en/outdoorcentres/cedar-glen-outdoor-centre/index.html
Location: YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre, near Bolton/Schomberg, GTA, Ontario
Type: Part-time Hourly Contract
Effective Date: September 2, 2014
(2 and 3 month contract positions available)
Reports to: Director, Programs and Outdoor Education, Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre
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 3,000 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 believes in strong kids, and every kid comes home from camp
more confident, more responsible and more caring. For kids aged five
to fifteen, the YMCA has a camp suited to meet their needs and
expectations. At YMCA Summer Camps, we strive to offer the highest
quality programs for children and youth through a variety of safe and
fun activities supervised by qualified and energetic staff. All
camping programs at YMCA 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 three
significant program focuses: summer camp programs, year round outdoor
education programs, and year round leadership training programs.
Assistant Outdoor Educators provide direct program delivery in all
areas of the campus, including leadership and team building activities
for groups of all ages. In addition, Assistant Outdoor Educators
assist the Director of Programs and Outdoor Education 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 Director of Programs and Outdoor Education and Program staff
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 in coaching and developing members on
an ongoing basis; ensuring skills are enhanced and weaknesses
diminished.
• Assists Director of Programs and Outdoor Education and Program staff
in marketing and promotion of the site and programs to surrounding and
outlying community, including schools, community groups, corporate
partners and other YMCA programs/departments.
• Monitors the safety of all activities and programs throughout the
duty period and respond immediately to rectify any safety concerns.
Acts as host and facilitator for individuals and groups, ensuring
overall satisfaction with campus and 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
members, 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 #719 by July 11th, 2014 to:
Andrea Lossing
Director, Programs and Outdoor Education
YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre
13300 11th Concession Schomberg, ON L0G1T0
Email: andrea.lossing@ymcagta.org
F: 905-859-6750
** Opportunities for onsite accommodation available **
Job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a Police
Records Check. Within the first four months and every two years
thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required.
The YMCA of Greater Toronto values the diversity of people and
communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our
Association.
We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you
require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in
advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
About the YMCA of Greater Toronto:
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a dynamic charity offering
opportunities for personal growth, community involvement and
leadership. Our 2010-2020 strategic plans Strong Start Great Future
calls upon our Association to invest in young people across their life
stages to deliver on our vision of ensuring our communities will be
home to the healthiest children, teens and young adults. This
community health strategy includes a significant role for adults and
older adults.
Mirroring the region’s diversity, the YMCA offers a variety of
programs responding to the needs of the community, including
employment and essential skills, education, newcomer programs, youth
outreach and intervention, fitness, sports and aquatics, international
programs, child care and camps.
Through the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign, donors help ensure no child is
left out and every family who needs financial assistance has access to
YMCA facilities and programs. We believe that by providing our
children with a strong start, they will have a great future. And,
ultimately, strong, healthy children mean strong, healthy communities
in the GTA for the years to come. http://www.ymcagta.org
