2024 Discover Program Dates

Winter/Spring: February 26 - June 24, 2024

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Discover Program is a gap program at YMCA of the Rockies that provides young adults (ages 18 - 21) with a variety of experiences designed to learn the non-profit hospitality industry while gaining essential life skills. The key components of this apprenticeship are work experience in hospitality (rotating through departments at YMCA of the Rockies), team building with other participants and staff from around the world, and life lessons not necessarily taught in higher education. Discover participants ideally are recently graduated from high school and seeking job experience while working in a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and supportive work environment.

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 are committed to being welcoming to all people and to making a difference in the lives of our members, guests and staff. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary mission-based experiences for our guests and for each other.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

Discover participants will emerge with greater self-confidence, self-awareness and a sense of purpose. Participants will have the opportunity to work with a diverse workforce and learn professional, life enhancing and team building skills.

Snow Mountain Ranch is a place where we bring together family and friends. Our inspirational surroundings provide moments of tranquility while intentionally building relationships - with yourself, those around you and nature.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE:

• Paid seasonal employment, gaining skills in our food service and housekeeping departments
• Part of the Discover Cohort, forming a community with other young adults looking for the same outcomes
• Biweekly “Discover Days” designed to enhance life skills, increase workforce preparedness and explore the local and surrounding areas
• Recreational opportunities (both scheduled and informal) on our 5,200 acres of open space and surrounding public lands
• Time to explore Rocky Mountain National Park and other local attractions
• Service opportunities
• Small-group workshops and training sessions
• Opportunities to continue working at Snow Mountain Ranch, in the same or a different department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain and positive and professional attitude towards guests and staff
• Participate enthusiastically in all Discover activities and trainings
• Clean cabins, lodge rooms and public areas, meeting or exceeding standards and guest expectations
• Assist with meal preparation and serving
• Other duties as assigned
• Possess stamina to work in the work environment described herein.

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 and demonstrate excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Support the YMCA of the Rockies 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 community.
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

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 and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Able to work well with frequent interruptions in a busy office environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually fairly high.