Norquay Leadership Trainer

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; Ontario; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Norquay Leadership Trainer for a full-time summer contract at their camp in Spanish, Ontario. The role involves planning and facilitating a leadership development program, promoting skills in wilderness travel, and serving as a positive role model for campers. Ideal candidates should have experience in outdoor recreation and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with campers aged 14-16 with 50 days logged as a camping trip leader.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement the Norquay River program.
• Support and lead Norquay River participants focusing on technical skills.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma

College Diploma in Outdoor Recreation

Job description

Posted Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4 : 00 AM

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.

At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization.

We are currently looking for a Norquay Leadership Trainer to join our team of committed professionals. This full-time summer contract position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s John Island Camp location in Spanish, Ontario.

Under the supervision of the Leadership & Out-Tripping Manager, the Norquay Leadership Trainer is responsible for the planning, implementation, facilitation, debriefing and evaluation of the second year Leadership Development Program.

LOCATION : Spanish, ON

Major Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement the Norquay River program
• Support and lead Norquay River participants and focus on their technical skills such as whitewater wilderness expedition, risk management, and other program areas of camp
• Promote leadership skills for campers while providing experiences in wilderness travel, whitewater canoeing and camper care skills
• Follow and implement the Norquay curriculum as it is found in the Norquay trainer manual
• Build relationships with and be a positive role model for all camper and other staff members
• Assist in other areas of camp as well as programming and provide support during Family Camp

Qualifications

• Possession of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) considered an asset
• Working towards a College diploma in outdoor recreation or related field
• Experience working with campers aged 14-16 with 50 days logged as a camping trip leader
• Experience leading wilderness trips in a variety of skill sets (canoe, sea kayak, hike)
• Technical skills in wilderness camping and travel
• Knowledgeable in Outtrips practices and its risk management considerations
• Skills in teaching wilderness camping and tripping skills
• Experience in teaching leadership concepts
• Knowledge of leadership theories and teachings
• Knowledge of wilderness leadership practices
• Knowledgeable in wilderness trip practices and its risk management considerations on remote rivers
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume to the attention of the Personnel Committee.

Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment.

Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.

Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require a copy of your World Education Services documents (WES) along with your credentials. If you do not have a WES document, please visit https : / / www.wes.org / ca / . Applications submitted without a WES document will not be considered.