Outdoor Recreation Activity Instructor

The Salvation Army; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army’s Collaroy Centre in Sydney is looking for a casual Outdoor Recreation Activity Instructor to lead and supervise activity-based programs for groups.

You will facilitate activities such as high ropes, abseiling, laser tag, team building, rock climbing and archery, ensuring safety and delivering a memorable camper experience.

On-the-job training to National Standards will be provided; prerequisites include NSW Working with Children Check, being 18+, and a National Police Check.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Working with Children Check.
• Need to be 18 years or older.
• A national police record check is required.
• Compulsory Code of Conduct, WHS and Bullying and Harassment training modules are completed and up to date.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating activities for groups of all ages and backgrounds, liaising with teachers and other activity instructors.
• Interacting with campers and helping provide them with a unique and memorable experience.
• Maintaining maintenance and daily checks on activities and equipment.
• Capacity and willingness to be familiar, understand and comply with organisational policy & procedures.
• Ability to manage critical situations with a professional and calm manner.
• Maintain relevant qualifications & skills including Rescue training.

Job description

Number of Positions Available

3

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

About the Collaroy Centre

The Collaroy centre is where relationships grow!

Surrounded by lush natural bushland and offering stunning views of Sydney’s northern beaches, the Collaroy Centre is a unique facility that caters for school camps, church and group retreats, conferences and team building days.

About the Role

An exciting casual opportunity to join as an Outdoor Recreation Activity Instructor.

You will provide exceptional customer service for our outdoor activity-based programs by safely facilitating and utilising activities run by The Collaroy Centre.

This will require you to teach skills and techniques in activities such as High Ropes, Abseiling, Laser tag, Team building, Rock Climbing, Archery to name a few of the activities on offer at the centre.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitating activities for groups of all ages and backgrounds, liaising with teachers and other activity instructors.
• Interacting with campers and helping provide them with a unique and memorable experience.
• Maintaining maintenance and daily checks on activities and equipment.
• Capacity and willingness to be familiar, understand and comply with organisational policy & procedures.
• Ability to manage critical situations with a professional and calm manner.
• Maintain relevant qualifications & skills including Rescue training.

About You

Ideally you will be working towards qualifications in Sports and Recreation, Fitness or Outdoor Education. On-the-job training will be provided to National Standards in a variety of Outdoor Adventure Activities.

Requirements of the role

• Current NSW Working with Children Check
• Need to be 18 years or older
• A national police record check is required
• Compulsory Code of Conduct, WHS and Bullying and Harassment training modules are completed and up to date

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm.All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration