Drexel Co-Op Opportunity at YMCA of the Rockies

Dates:Spring/Summer Starts at the end of March until mid-September every year.

About Us:Two Centers. One Mission. YMCA of the Rockies is the largest YMCA camp and conference center in the world, operating two globally known centers in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Both centers operate 365 days a year.

• Estes Park Center- Bordered on three sides by Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park Center offers 800 acres of scenic views, family activities, and wildlife viewing on the eastern slope of the Continental Divide; serving as the gateway to the Rocky Mountains for over 115 years.
• Snow Mountain Ranch- Stunningly spread out over 5,100 acres of rolling meadows, aspens, and spruce forest, Snow Mountain Ranch offers unique experiences for all ages and for all seasons. Located between Rocky Mountain National Park and several world-renowned ski resorts, Snow Mountain Ranch is the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Relevant Majors:Environmental Science, Environmental Studies and Sustainability, General Studies, Recreation, Outdoor Education.

Compensation Package & Employee Perks:This position pays $15.16 - $15.81/hour and has the opportunity to opt-in to theRocky Mountain Living Packagewhich 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 optionsaround the town of Estes Park & Estes Park Center between July October.
• Direct shuttles are available to and from Denver International Airport to YMCA of the Rockies throughEstes Park Shuttle

To learn more about the staff experience at YMCA of the Rockies, visit our Career Site here.

Position Summary:

The Environmental Education and Recreation Co-Op is a two-rotation program. The first rotation is within the Environmental Education Department as an Environmental Education Instructor. Under the direction of the Environmental Education Director, Environmental Education Instructors will teach Environmental Education classes, lead team-building activities, perform organization and cleaning tasks, communicate with schools and school leaders, and assist in any projects or tasks that better the Environmental Education Program. The second rotation is within the Program Department as either an Adventure Activities Facilitator, Lifeguard, Day Camp Counselor, Behavior Specialist, Inclusion Counselor, or Family Programs facilitators. The second rotation will be assigned during the hiring process after discussing candidates interest and qualifications.

Environmental Education Rotation: March 31 May 23

Program Rotation: May 24 September 19

Environmental Education Instructor Essential Functions:

• Participate in Environmental Education training.
• Obtain CPR and Wilderness First Aid certifications (provided in training).
• Attend required abuse risk management training and report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Facilitate 3-hour Environmental courses to 1st-8th grade students, following state and national standards.
• Facilitate 2-hour evening hike and campfire programs twice a week.
• Predict, prevent, identify and respond to safety issues.
• Assist in program development and advancement.
• Participate in cleaning and setting up dorms for students between 4-8 hrs. a week

General Program Essential Functions:

• Answer guest questions regarding activities and programs offered at YMCA of the Rockies
• Use computer system to assist guests in signing up for activities, checking out equipment, and checking participant rosters
• Maintain and repair recreation equipment
• Promote and assist in special event weekends and seasonal programming
• Responsible for independently executing programming activities
• Uphold and adhere to the policies of the YMCA of the Rockies and the Program Department.