Outdoor Pursuits Director

Pay within range based on years of transferrable experience

Daily Rate: $126.00 - $130.00 Weekly Rate: $756.00 - $780.00

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

Number of Vacancies: 2

Anticipated Start Date: June 1, 2025

Deadline to Apply: December 1, 2024 at 5:00pm

**Be the Spark** Join our dynamic team a YMCA Camp Pine Crest, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work

YMCA Camping and Outdoor Education offers outdoor experiences that foster personal growth and build community. After taking part in our programs, children and youth return home more confident, independent, and with new friendships. YMCA Camp Pine Crest is an overnight camp serving children, families, and organizations through naturally focused programs that embody the mission, vision, and outcomes of the YMCA. Camp Pine Crest is made up of 650 acres of Muskoka wilderness surrounded by 3 interconnected lakes with 8km of shoreline; has over 26km of hiking trails and 7,500 sq. ft. of dock and has 60 buildings.

The Outdoor Pursuits (OP) Directors work collaboratively with the Outdoor Pursuits Team to ensure the smooth daily operations of the out-trip building, maintaining its general cleanliness, as well as the repair and inventory of its equipment. Supervising, supporting, and teaching staff through the planning of their trip while ensuring that all trips leaving the main site are follow all safety protocols and are properly prepared before departing and that a high level of programming is prepared and planned for participants while on trip. The Outdoor Pursuits Directors also serves as a point of contact in the case of an emergency and is expected to respond in a level-headed, informed, and supportive manner.

Within the Outdoor Pursuits Team, two separate Outdoor Pursuits Directors will be hired for the roles based on their experience, interest, and area of expertise. Although the Outdoor Pursuits Team will work as a cohesive unit, an Outdoor Pursuits Director will be the main point of reference in the following areas: Trip Logistics, Overnight Camp Programs, and Leadership Programs.

**In this role, you will**:

- Ensure a high level of programming for our campers while on trip
- Supervise Trippers, JLIT(Junior Leader-In Training) and LIT(Leader In-Training) Trainers.
- Ensure the equipment needs of each group have been met through maintenance, inventory and repair and that all trips leaving the Pine Crest main site are following all safety protocols and are properly prepared before departing
- Be on-call to respond to emergencies and will be asked to drive out trips as needed based on the demands of the program
- Responsible for out-trip program quality and development, trip logistics, and the smooth operation of the OP department
- Work closely with other departments cooperating to support campers in a tripping context, making sure their fundamental needs are met
- Work closely with others on the supervisory team to create driving schedules and food orders
- Collaborate to plan and deliver training to all staff to prepare them for their roles related to wilderness tripping, supervising Senior Leadership programs, and supporting all other leadership programs.
- Continuously builds relationships with members, staff, volunteers and community partners
- Act as a positive role model for all participants and fellow staff through embodying the values of the YMCA, following all YMCA camp guidelines, YMCA policies and procedure, and Ontario Camps Association guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned

**You bring**:

- Minimum 19 years of age by the start of contract
- Minimum 2 years of camp or wilderness tripping related experience
- F Class Driver’s License, ORCKA Canoe Tripping Instructor, ORCKA Moving Water 2 considered an asset
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and be authorized to work full time hours (37.5 hours per week)
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and be adaptable to change
- Demonstrated organizational skills and detailed oriented
- Excellent and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment 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
- Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to both inexperienced and seasoned staff
- Ability to deliver feedback in a timely, professional, and constructive manner
- Extensive knowledge of canoe and kayak tripping, including White Water
- Flexibility regarding assigned working hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays required
- Ability to use frequent light to