Challenge Course and Initiatives Team Lead

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is seeking a Challenge Course and Initiatives Team Lead to join its team of committed professionals. This full-time contract position is responsible for all challenge course and initiatives programming at the YMCA's John Island Camp location.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working at summer camps or outdoor centres
• Experience or education in adventure programming, challenge course, and climbing wall operations
• Experience training and supporting staff in challenge course skills and group facilitation
• Experience planning, facilitating, and instructing challenge course and climbing wall programs in an overnight camp setting
• Experience supervising staff in challenge course environments and ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants
• Skilled in risk management related to challenge course and climbing wall operations
• Knowledgeable in challenge course and climbing wall safety, rescues, and life safety systems
• Ability to facilitate staff training sessions for challenge course staff
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
• Bilingualism in both official languages is considered an asset
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Current Challenge Course Instructor (Level 2) certification required

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership + 10% off family membership
• Paid personal/sick days
• Employee & Family Assistance Program with counselling, coaching, legal + financial supports
• Mileage reimbursement
• Team events + staff recognition
• Learning & development opportunities
• Explore different YMCA roles and career paths