Job Description

Daily Rate: $170.98 – Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package!

Location: YMCA Camp Pine Crest

Work Hours: 44 hours per week

Employment Type: Seasonal Contract - 3 months (Existing Vacancy)

Number of Vacancies: 5

Anticipated Start Date: January 2, 2027

Deadline to Apply: October 23, 2026 at 5:00pm

Be the Spark! Join our dynamic team at YMCA Camp Pine Crest, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work!

Outdoor Educators provide direct program delivery in all areas of the Outdoor Centre. These staff work directly with students, families, and adults and facilitate a range of programs including: leadership and teambuilding activities, winter camping and sleeping in snow shelters, cross country skiing, back country skiing, snowshoeing, snow tubing, broomball, low ropes, high ropes, winter ecology, fire building, SHSM workshops and much more. In addition, Outdoor Educators assist in the development of new programs, as well as the revision, amendment and maintenance of existing programs and their equipment. Outdoor Educators also support on our facilities and kitchen teams on a daily basis as required.

Accommodation and meals are provided on-site at no additional cost; however, staff living on site may be scheduled for 2-3 on-call shifts per week.

In this role, you will:

• Outdoor Educators deliver programs directly to participants of all ages in a fun, engaging, and safe manner. Provide activities such as leadership and teambuilding activities, winter camping and sleeping in snow shelters, cross country skiing, back country skiing, snowshoeing, snow tubing, broomball, low ropes, high ropes, winter ecology, fire building, SHSM workshops, etc
• Act as primary hosts and facilitators for individuals and groups, ensuring group goals are met and overall satisfaction with facilities, programs and staff. Helps maintain the cleanliness of camp spaces by assisting with site cleaning and helps the kitchen team with mealtime dish return and washing
• Monitor the safety of all activities and programs during the duty period and respond immediately to rectify any safety concerns. Complete and submit YMCA Accident/Incident forms and follow-up forms within 24 hours
• Act as host and facilitator for individuals and groups, ensuring overall satisfaction with facilities, programs, and staff
• Maintain Health & Safety procedures and share responsibilities with the staff team to ensure the camp remains clean, organized, and safe for all participants. Support kitchen, cleaning, and maintenance tasks as needed
• Assist with general maintenance and cleanliness of the site and provide support with other required duties
• Build relationships with participants, members, staff, volunteers, and community partners, representing the YMCA, Association, and Camp Pine Crest professionally
• Perform other duties as assigned

You bring:

• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification OR Intermediate First Aid and CPR level C certification issued by a WSIB approved provider prior to the first day of work and valid for the duration of the contract is required
• Prior experience planning and/or facilitating engaging group activities preferred
• Challenge Course/High Ropes training and experience – ACCT Level 2 is an asset
• Wilderness First Aid certification (WFR, WAFA, WFA) is an asset
• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and building a sense of belonging

What you need to succeed:

• Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
• A commitment to uphold strong, safeguarding practices that protect the safety, well-being, inclusion of children and youth
• YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.

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