Outdoor Centre Program Instructor

2 weeks ago

Haliburton, Canada YMCA HamiltonBurlingtonBrantford Full time

**Outdoor Centre Program Instructor**

**Location**: YMCA Wanakita, 1883 Koshlong Lake Road, Haliburton ON, K0M 1S0 **Employment Type**: Seasonal Contract, Possibility of Extension
**Placement**: August 25, 2025 - October 29, 2025
**Rate of Pay**: $165/day

**Position Description**:
Come join our team and enter a workplace full of new opportunities and experiences The Winter Outdoor Centre Program Instructor is a contract position responsible for delivering and facilitating recreational and educational programs throughout the season. The instructor is primarily responsible for programming (snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, high ropes, initiatives, broomball, fire building, out trips etc.) and site support. The Winter Program Instructor will report directly to the Outdoor Centre Assistant Director under the supervision of the Outdoor Centre Director.

**What will you do**:

- Facilitate programs for school, adult, family and other special interest groups during week days, weekends and holidays;
- Act as the liaison with teachers, group leaders and other small staff teams;
- Provide site support including set up of all program areas and maintenance of trails and program equipment as well as assisting the site service staff in general site maintenance in and around the YMCA Wanakita Outdoor Centre;
- Maintain continuity and quality in programs by working co-operatively with all groups and other Wanakita staff.

**What will you bring**:

- Minimum certification is valid Standard First Aid with CPR-C
- Experience in camp, outdoor education, recreation/instructional field
- NLS, ORCKA Basic Canoe Instructor, Camp Canoe Instructor, Canoe Tripping 2, greater or equivalent are considered assets
- Lifesaving Instructors considered an asset
- Challenge Course Practitioner Certificate from and ACCT accredited trainer is considered an assert
- Current (within 6 months of contract start date) vulnerable sector check (VSC) is a condition of employment

**Room & Board**:
Housing is available on site during the contract period. Wanakita’s Room and Board rate is $85.25 per week inclusive of single-room accommodation and meals. Living on site is not mandatory however, the incumbent must be readily available and present during assigned shifts.

**Ready to Make a Difference?**

The YMCA is a charity that ignites the potential in people. #YSavesLives starts with building a strong community. If you’re passionate about people and excited to lead impactful initiatives, we want to hear from you

**Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Accessibility**

**Interested in applying?**

We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Fixed term contract, Seasonal

Pay: $165.00 per day

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

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