Job Overview
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
free access to mental health resources
Rapidly accruing paid time off
subsidized ORCA transit pass
access to discounted gear and equipment through pro deals
Stay bonus eligibility
Job Description
The YMCA of Greater Seattle is a renowned non-profit organization committed to building a community where all people, especially young individuals, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body. The YMCA actively promotes equity and social justice, working tirelessly to remove institutional and systemic barriers that lead to oppression and racism. It fosters an inclusive culture free from bias and injustice by creating sustainable environments that prioritize respect, responsibility, honesty, caring, and passion for excellence across all its programs. The organization offers a wide range of services and programs that focus on youth development, healthy living,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Be 21 years or older
- Have a valid driver’s license for at least three years
- Possess a driving record that meets Y standards with no more than two moving violations within the last three years and no significant incidents such as reckless driving, DUI/DWI, or excessive speeding tickets in the last five years
- Pass a drug screening test that includes testing for impairing substances, including marijuana
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Comfortable spending multiple days and/or weeks in wilderness settings
- Be able to hike up to 15 miles per day over varied terrain
- Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Authorized driver for 14-passenger mini-buses
- Current WFA and CPR Certification
- Current Washington State Food Handlers Permit
- Leave No Trace 101 Certification
Job Qualifications
- Two or more years of experience working with teens in an organized setting, including facilitating activities that address issues facing adolescents
- Excellent judgment and decision-making skills
- Strong group facilitation, communication, and conflict resolution skills
- Knowledge of developmental needs of teens
- demonstrates an understanding of the needs of teens and the ability to evaluate their needs individually
- Experience making the transference of a wilderness experience relevant to the everyday lives of underserved youth
- Personal or professional experience in backpacking, rock climbing, paddling, and/or mountaineering
- Be able to hike and/or backpack over a variety of terrain and teach techniques for approaching that type of terrain
- Have experience and knowledge of basic backcountry equipment or techniques such as stove use, bear hangs, water purification, and/or shelter craft
- Have experience and knowledge of reading maps and using them for navigation
- Effectively manage physical risks for yourself and participants including terrain, weather, and wildlife interactions
- Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered
- Current WFA and CPR Certification
- Current Washington State Food Handlers Permit
- Leave No Trace 101 Certification
Job Duties
- Lead 5-15 day wilderness-based backpacking, paddling, rock climbing or mountaineering courses with an emphasis on multicultural leadership
- Build strong rapport with participants and staff, foster positive group development, create structure, and draw learning from experiential activities
- 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
- Transport participants in 14-passenger mini-buses to and from program areas
- Manage the unique risks of outdoor climbing and mountaineering programs
- Other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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