Overnight Camping Assistant Director

The opportunity:

Reporting to the Director, the Assistant Director Camping and Outdoor Education will provide leadership to spring and fall Outdoor Education programs and rental groups. This includes, but is not limited to the development of safe, values-based programs that build assets in children, youth and families, the training and development of program staff and delivery of all aspects of the outdoor education program. They will also provide support to Camp Kitchikewana’s summer camp program (July-August). This includes, but is not limited to, supervision of managers and oversight of certain program and/or support departments.

This is a one year contract from November 2024 to October 2025.

In this role, you will:

• Demonstrate strong support and commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA in Canada.
• Demonstrate strong support and commitment to serving the membership, facility users and all program participants of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.
• Ensure all spring and fall programs are delivered with high quality by Outdoor Center staff.
• Develop and deliver spring and fall staff training.
• Ensure programs are in line with the YMCA Values, YMCA Ontario Camping Quality Recommended Practices, and OPHEA guidelines.
• Develop strong relationships with new and existing Outdoor Center clients.
• Provide support to the Director during the summer camp season.
• Provide support to the Director for camper registration, staff hiring, staff training, and staff supervision.

You bring:

• Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in the recreation, education or related field.
• At least 2 seasons of prior camp supervisory experience in a senior leadership role
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills
• G driver’s license (valid)
• Standard First Aid/CPR-C
• Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)
• The successful applicant is required to live onsite from early May to Thanksgiving weekend
• Clear Police Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Willingness to participate in mandated training to be completed before or shortly after commencement of work including:

• • AODA Training
  • Health & Safety Awareness Training
  • Bill 168 (Violence & Harassment in the Workplace) Training
  • PCI Compliance
  • WHMIS
  • Child Safeguard Training

Recommended Certifications:

• NLS
• OCA Camp Marine Module (Camp will provide)
• Small drinking water systems operator

Why work for the Y:

At the YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka, we believe in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members and staff. As a you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our members and the community as a whole. You will work alongside a supportive team of individuals who are committed to our mission of building healthy communities.

Perks:

• On-site accommodation during operating season (May to September)
• Paid sick time
• Wellness day
• YMCA Health and Fitness membership
• Pension Plan after 2 years

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally and personally. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career, working with a diverse team where your own ideas will be heard, then the YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka is the perfect place for you.

About us:

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registered charity committed to fostering healthy communities by empowering children, youth, and families, promoting well-being, and encouraging social responsibility.

Our YMCA employs over a thousand staff and hundreds of volunteers who serve tens of thousands of individuals each year in various programs such as childcare, camps, health and fitness, leadership development, employment and literacy, immigrant services, and youth programming. We offer over $1 million in financial assistance annually to ensure accessibility for those who cannot afford to participate.

Beyond facilities and programs, covering Simcoe County, Muskoka and Parry Sound Districts, our YMCA is a supportive community that fosters mental, emotional, and physical well-being. We empower children and youth to become strong, confident, and resilient individuals. We assist individuals and families at all stages of life to connect with what matters most to them, fostering a sense of belonging. By supporting people from diverse backgrounds, ages, and abilities to achieve their health goals, fulfill their potential, and feel a genuine sense of belonging, we contribute to the creation of stronger communities.
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka successfully raises over $1 million each year through strategic campaigns.

Applications will remain open until Friday, September 27, 2024.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. Our goal is a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Individuals needing employment accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources department at hr@sm.ymca.ca.

In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding,  job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check and employment reference checks. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position. Police Records Checks must be renewed every three years.