Adventure Division Leader (Summer 2027)

YMCA of Greenville; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA Camp Greenville is seeking a cause-driven and impactful leader to fulfill the role of the Adventure Division Leader. This person will serve on our summer leadership team and assist in leading our adventure program, coordinating trips and connecting adventure with base camp.

We are welcoming a diverse group and encourage applicants who value growth, safety, and community. A strong background in outdoor leadership and staff development is preferred for success this summer.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old by June 2027.
• CPR/First Aid certified or ability to obtain prior to June 2027.
• Meet Camp Greenville minimum requirements to drive a 15 passenger mini bus.
• Clean MVR check (Motor Vehicle Record).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise multiple adventure areas (backcountry camping, ropes course, mountain biking, caving, rafting, rock climbing, canoeing, backpacking).
• Lead and train adventure staff in trip conduct, program aspects, and safety.
• Collaborate with base camp and other division leaders for summer packing and logistics.
• Support senior leadership in program management and decision making.
• Create trip schedules, order food, and purchase supplies and equipment.
• Assist with high-adventure activities (high ropes, zip lines).
• Evaluate staff performance throughout the summer.

Skills

Adventure leadership

Staff training

Trip planning

Safety management

Team collaboration

Role modelling

Job description

Overview

Come join us on the Mountain! Located on 1400 acres on top of the Blue Ridge Mountains, camp has some of the most beautiful views of any camp in the country. Share in the beauty and traditions that has made Camp Greenville a special place for over 100 years. You can be part of a dynamic team making an impact on all that we serve.

Camp Greenville is an overnight camp established in 1912 that hosts boys and girls from throughout the region and the world for summer camps, retreats and specialty camps. You will get to experience what the great outdoors of Western North Carolina and South Carolina have to offer.

YMCA Camp Greenville is seeking a cause-driven and impactful leader to fulfill the role of the Adventure Division Leader. This person will serve on our summer leadership team and assist in leading our adventure program. Alongside the Program Director, this person will coordinate adventure trips to run effectively, support the connection between adventure and base camp, provide info and schedules to staff, and be a support system for Trip Leaders and Adventure cabin leaders.

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.

We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.

We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

Responsibilities

• Heavily supervisory and requires experience in 2 or more of the following adventure areas:
  • Backcountry camping
  • Ropes course
  • Mountain biking
  • Caving
  • Whitewater rafting
  • Rock climbing
  • Canoeing
  • Backpacking
• Serves as leadership and assists Program Director in executing adventure trips efficiently and handling problems and conflicts in a professional manner.
• Assists Program Director in leading and training adventure staff in aspects of the program including trip conduct and execution, Outback program, campsites, rock climbing, mountain biking, caving, rafting, and canoeing.
• Position also works heavily with the other Division Leaders to support both base and adventure camp packout needs.
• Support senior leadership team in decision making and program management throughout the summer.
• Create trip schedules, complete food orders, and purchase supplies and equipment
• Assist with any high adventure program facilitation (High ropes, zip line, etc.)
• Assist with evaluations of staff throughout the summer
• Ability to work with participants of all backgrounds.
• Serve as a role model, upholding our camp values, and working with integrity, creativity, and safety in mind at all times.
• Responsible for the health and well-being of the campers mentally, emotionally, and physically, during their time at camp
• Must approach responsibilities in a fun, creative, enthusiastic, and professional manner.

Other Responsibilities

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
• Follow mandated reporting requirements
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities

Qualifications

• At least 20 years old by June 2027.
• CPR/First Aid Certified or ability to obtain prior to June 2027.
• Meet Camp Greenville minimum requirements to drive a 15 passenger mini bus.
• Clean MVR check (Motor Vehicle Record).

Preferred:

• Lifeguard and/or WFR/WFA a plus.
• Experience at Camp Greenville.
• Peer leadership experience.
• Knowledge of region.