Ropes Program Head

Ropes Program Head – YMCA of Greater Toronto Join to apply for the Ropes Program Head role at YMCA of Greater Toronto. Compensation: Daily Rate: $110.00, Weekly Rate: $660.00.Location: YMCA Camp Pine Crest, Torrance, Ontario (Transportation to camp is available at the beginning and end of the summer).Work Hours: Must be available to work 6 days a week between Monday – Sunday, with days off predetermined by supervisor.Employment Type: Seasonal Contract.Vacancies: 1.Start Date: June 14, 2026.Deadline to Apply: November 30, 2025 at 5:00 pm. In this role, you will: Plan and lead ropes programs for cabins and leadership participants, ensuring every camper experiences the ropes course through safe, engaging, and fun programming. Collaborate with the Program Coordinator and other Program Heads to plan and lead all camp activities and special events. Provide leadership to YMCA staff by ensuring they understand how to contribute to a safe and positive program experience for all participants, and relay concerns to the Program Director promptly. Assist with the planning and execution of all camp days and themed programs. Build relationships with members, staff, volunteers, and community partners. Act as a positive role model for children, youth, and fellow staff by embodying the values of the YMCA and the guiding principles of Camp Pine Crest, YMCA policies and procedures, and Ontario Camps Association standards. Monitor and inspect all ropes equipment to ensure safety during ropes activities, and respond immediately to rectify any safety concerns. Supervise participants and staff during programming and maintain responsibility for the high and low ropes courses. Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time, including paperwork related to ropes programs and other duties delegated by the Program Coordinator. Perform other duties as assigned. You bring: Standard First Aid & CPR-C, ACCT Level 2 Ropes certification by first day of employment and valid until at least the last day of your contract. Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a camp setting or ropes role. Ability to work effectively with others and independently to achieve optimal collective results. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff, and volunteers. Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to both inexperienced and seasoned staff. Ability to deliver feedback in a timely, professional, and constructive manner. Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays required. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging. What you need to succeed: Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision, and Values. Focus on the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs, including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services. YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter. If you are interested … If you do not possess the necessary certifications and require assistance in attaining them, please indicate in your cover letter. Certain certifications may be eligible for Financial Assistance through the YMCA of Greater Toronto, or through referral to additional programs outside the YMCA that offer similar support. Eligibility is to be determined on an individual basis. Why work for the MCA? The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs. Safety & Background Checks In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr