Senior Leadership Trainer White Water

Overview Job Title: Senior Leadership Trainer (Seasonal Contract) Location: YMCA Camp Pine Crest, Torrance, Ontario (Transportation provided at start/end of summer) Pay: Daily: $118.33 - $128.00, Weekly: $710.00 - $768.00 Work Hours: Available 6 days a week, Monday – Sunday Employment Type: Seasonal Contract Number of Vacancies: 6 Anticipated Start Date: June 7, 2026 Application Deadline: November 30, 2025, 5:00 pm Responsibilities Plan and execute activities, learning sessions, and debriefs to help participants develop self‑awareness and hard skills. Plan, prepare, and facilitate extended canoe trips prioritizing risk management, skill development, and growth for participants. Ensure a high level of programming for participants while on‑site and on trip, including implementing participant placements in various roles around camp. Continuously build relationships with members, staff, volunteers, and community partners. Supervise program participants while on‑site and on trip. Ensure equipment and safety needs of the group are met through maintenance, inventory, and repair of assigned equipment and by following all safety protocols before and during trips. Attend the Leadership Information Day in late May to meet the families of participants. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Current Standard First Aid, CPR‑C, NLS, Wilderness First Responder, Food Handler’s Certificate, ORCKA Canoe Tripping Level 3 by the start of contract, and valid until at least the last day of the contract. Lifesaving Instructor considered an asset (able to instruct Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, CPR‑C). Minimum 3 years working with youth in leadership development. Experience leading extensive white‑water canoe trips. Demonstrated risk management skills in remote settings. Ability to develop and facilitate high‑quality leadership development programming. Ability to use frequent light to medium physical effort, including lifting up to 20 kg (44 lbs.), bending and stooping, pushing, carrying, and pulling. Evidence of multi‑tasking and adapting to change. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Well‑developed interpersonal and relationship‑building skills. Capacity to provide mentorship and guidance to both inexperienced and seasoned staff. Capacity to deliver feedback in a timely and constructive manner. Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as required. Minimum 20 years old by the start of contract. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging. Additional Requirements Travel to remote sites (e.g., Moisie River, Winisk River, Missinaibi River) for 2–3 week canoe trips. Commitment to YMCA’s Mission, Vision, and Values. Focus on the health, safety and well‑being of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs, including legal obligations regarding child protection reporting. YMCA Competencies required: Accountable, Relationship‑Builder, Improvement‑Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Well‑being Promoter. Consideration for Certifications If you do not possess the necessary certifications but would like assistance obtaining them, indicate this in your cover letter. Certain certifications may be eligible for financial assistance through the YMCA of Greater Toronto or through referral elsewhere. Eligibility is determined on an individual basis. EEO and Diversity Commitment The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that 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 racialised people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr