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Position Summary: Under the direction of the Outdoor Education Director, Outdoor Education Instructors will teach outdoor education classes, lead team building activities, facilitate climbing wall programs, perform organization tasks, communicate with schools and school leaders, and assist in any projects or tasks that better the Outdoor Education Program.

 

Our Mission and Culture: We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary experiences for our guests and for each other and we expect constant demonstration of our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.
 

 

Dates: August 19 - October 18, 2024

  • Opportunity to extend work agreement into another department available.

     

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Participate in Outdoor Education training.
  • Facilitate classes and follow curriculum when working with visiting school groups.
  • Run climbing wall and low ropes programs for visiting groups and schools.
  • Predict, prevent, identify and respond to safety issues.
  • Communicate with all guests in a mature, responsible fashion.
  • Assist in program development and advancement.
  • Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Participate in daily cleaning of program buildings as assigned.
  • Work in other departments or program areas as assigned.


     

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working with Children is required.
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Must be fluent in speaking English
  • Must possess current First Aid and CPR certification


     

GENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMENTS:

  • Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions
  • Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs
  • Possess excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional
  • Support the Association safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff
  • Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse environment
  • Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards
  • All other duties as assigned, such as housekeeping.


 

COMPENSATION & EMPLOYEE PERKS: 
This position has the opportunity to opt-in to the Rocky Mountain Living Package which includes: 

  • Housing

  • Meals

  • Laundry facilities

  • YMCA of the Rockies membership

  • Free or discounted gear rentals for outdoor adventures

  • Access to our Staff Activities & Resident Life team who offer individual support to you

  • Rocky Mountain National Park as your backyard

  • Ski, golf, and rock climbing passes to nearby resorts, courses, and gyms

  • Discounted nights at YMCA of the Rockies lodges for family & friends

  • Free shuttle options around the towns of Granby, Fraser, Winter Park, and Snow Mountain Ranch on a daily basis.

  • Direct shuttles are available to and from Denver International Airport to YMCA of the Rockies



WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds
  • Must be able to walk up to eight miles on uneven terrain
Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities,
or qualifications associated with the job.
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