Camp Stephens Wilderness Coordinator
YMCA-YWCA of WinnipegWilderness Coordinator, Full Time-$150.05 per day
Camp Stephens, Lake of the Woods, Kenora, Ontario (Live on Site)
May-August 31, 2025 (subject to change)
Do you love working with children? Want to help provide a high-quality camp experience for every child? Excited about spending your Spring and Summer on an island in beautiful Lake of the Woods? Camp Stephens provides a unique opportunity for everyone. As the Wilderness Coordinator, you will provide leadership on the planning and implementation of the trail program.
Why work at the Y?
- Great people and work environment with an amazing view
- Complimentary Y individual membership
- Many opportunities for growth and advancement
- Super rewarding job, helping kids connect with nature
- We are awesome!
Are you the right fit?
- Provide leadership and role modeling to all employees and volunteers
- Manage and assign wilderness trip routes and logistics
- Ensure camping industry and Y safety standards and policies are implemented and practiced
- Assist in the hiring, training, supervising and evaluation of all wilderness staff
- Manage wilderness program budget
- Manage equipment and food supply inventory
- Ensure tripping equipment remains in excellent working condition
What else do you need?
- Minimum Class 5F License or equivalent
- 40 hour Wilderness First Aid & CPR Level C
- Bronze Cross
- Prior experience leading trips
Assets:
- National Lifeguard (NL)
- Paddle Canada Certification
- Paddle Canada Instructor (Canoe Tripping or Moving Water)
- Food Handler’s Certificate
Application Deadline: November 15, 2024
Accessibility Accommodation for Applicants
The Y is committed to providing an inclusive environment where diversity is welcomed and encouraged. If you require accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. This includes providing you with alternate formats of job postings.
Contact hr@ymanitoba.ca
The Y is entrusted to provide a safe environment for children and vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be thoroughly screened through a review process including Police Record Checks with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Checks.