Norquay Leadership Trainer

2 weeks ago


Greater Sudbury, Canada YMCA of Northeastern Ontario Full time

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 Norquay 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 in Spanish Ontario.
Under the supervision of the Leadership & Out-Tripping Manager the Norquay Leadership Trainer is responsible for the planning, implementation, facilitation, debriefing and evaluation of the second year Leadership Development 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 Norquay River program
- Support and lead Norquay River participants and focus on their technical skills such as whitewater wilderness expedition, risk management, and other program areas of camp
- Promote leadership skills for campers while providing experiences in wilderness travel, whitewater canoeing and camper care skills
- Follow and implement the Norquay curriculum as it is found in the Norquay 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

**Qualifications**:

- Possession of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) considered an asset
- Working towards a College diploma in outdoor recreation or related field
- Experience working with campers aged 14-16 50 days logged as a camping trip leader
- Experience leading wilderness trips in a variety of skill sets (canoe, sea kayak, hike)
- Strong communication skills
- Technical skills in wilderness camping and travel
- Knowledgeable in Outtrips practices and its risk management considerations
- Skills in teaching wilderness camping and tripping skills
- Experience in teaching leadership concepts
- Knowledge of leadership theories and teachings
- Knowledge of wilderness leadership practices
- Knowledgeable in wilderness trip practices and its risk management considerations on remote rivers
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- 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.



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