Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Work Schedule
On-call
Day Shifts
Benefits
individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
free access to mental health resources
Paid Time Off
subsidized ORCA transit pass
access to discounted gear and equipment through pro deals
Job Description
YMCA of Greater Seattle is a well-established nonprofit organization dedicated to building a community where all people, especially the youth, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body. The Y is known for fostering a culture of respect, responsibility, honesty, caring, and passion for excellence. Specifically, the BOLD & GOLD program, part of the YMCA's Camping & Outdoor Leadership branch, inspires courage and confidence in diverse groups of youth through immersive outdoor adventures. By partnering with schools, nonprofits, and community-based organizations, BOLD & GOLD creates transformative experiences that promote multicultural leadership and personal growth through wilderness... Show More
Job Requirements
- At least 21 years of age
- Valid driver’s license for at least three years
- Driving record that meets YMCA standards with no more than two moving violations in the last three years and no significant incidents in the last five years
- Pass a drug screen including testing for marijuana
- Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds
- Physical capability to travel over varied terrain up to 15 miles per day
- Comfortable spending multiple days in wilderness settings
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and non-verbally
- Authorized driver position responsibilities
- Seasonal availability from late May to early September working Thursday through Monday with approximately 40-50 hours per week
- Ability to commence required certifications (WFR or W-EMT, CPR, Food Handlers Permit, Leave No Trace 101) by start date
Job Qualifications
- Experience making the transference of a wilderness experience relevant to the everyday lives of youth
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with youth and adults from a variety of backgrounds
- Ability to role model compassionate and confident leadership
- High level of self-awareness and can work in a collaborative setting
- Commitment to working with diverse groups of youth and staff
- Possesses strong organizational skills, flexibility, and a problem-solving mentality
- Ability to mentor staff in technical backcountry skills, including backpacking, rock climbing, paddling, and mountaineering
- Ability to mentor staff in interpersonal skills, including clear consistent communication, building positive group culture, and supporting participants through challenges such as homesickness and conflict
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered
- Current WFR or W-EMT, and CPR certification
- Current Washington State Food Handlers Permit
- Leave No Trace 101 certification
Job Duties
- Direct all aspects of wilderness courses including logistics, staff supervision, participants, risk management situations, and a positive group culture
- Oversee the safe delivery of wilderness courses with an emphasis on multicultural leadership, ranging in length from 5 to 15 days
- Work within a leadership team to ensure all staff and participants have the equipment, tools and knowledge needed to be successful
- Build strong rapport with participants, staff, and families, foster positive group development, create structure, and draw learning from experiential activities
- Train and mentor staff in building emotionally and physically safe environments
- Help participants build emotional intelligence and multicultural leadership skills through wilderness experience
- Model cultural humility and celebrate diversity, effectively working with people of different identities, backgrounds, experiences, and abilities
- Ensure both a physically and emotionally safe and inclusive environment for youth and staff
- Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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