Greenway Leadership Trainer - Greater Sudbury, Canada - YMCA of Northeastern Ontario

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario

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Greater Sudbury, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is a dynamic charity dedicated to strengthening the foundations of communities by offering opportunities for personal growth, community involvement and leadership.

We have been offering programs and services to the North Bay community since 1958 and to the Greater Sudbury community since 1936 To learn more about our programs and services offered please visit our website.

We are currently looking for a Greenway Leadership Trainer to join our team of committed professionals.

This full-time spring and summer contract position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario's John Island location in Spanish.

Under the leadership of the Leadership & Outtripping Manager the Greenway Leadership Trainer is responsible for the facilitation of the first-year Leadership Development Program.

They oversee the planning, implementation, debriefing and evaluations of the program.

START DATE:
May 6, 2024

LOCATION:
Spanish, ON

RATE OF PAY:

TBD

HOURS: 40 per week (Days, Evenings and Weekends)

Major Responsibilities

Plan, organize and implement the Greenway program
Support Greenway participants and focus on their technical skills such as wilderness travel, risk management, and other program areas of camp
Support greenway participants in developing skills in camp program area
Teach Greenway participants wilderness tripping skills
Follow and implement the greenway curriculum as it is found in the greenway trainer manual
Build relationships with and be a positive role model for all camper and other staff members
Assist in other areas of camp as well as programming and provide support during Family Camp
Other duties as assigned by the Association

Qualifications:

Possession of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) considered an asset
Experience working with campers aged 141
Experience leading 37 day backcountry wilderness trips in a variety of skill sets (canoe, sea kayak, hike)
20 days of experience leading 17 day wilderness camping trips
Technical skills in wilderness camping and travel
Knowledgeable in Outtrips practices and its risk management considerations
Skills in teaching wilderness camping and tripping skills
Strong communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Basic skills in all camp program areas
Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

HOW TO APPLY
If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume by December 12, 2023 to the attention of the Personnel Committee

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment.

All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.