YMCA of Northwest North Carolina

Program Instructor (Outdoor Educator and Conference Facilitator)

YMCA of Northwest North Carolina  •  King, NC (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Job Location: Camp Hanes - King, NC 27021
Position Type: Seasonal
Salary Range: $410.00 - $450.00 Commission
Job Shift: VariableLocated at the base of Sauratown Mountain, just 30 minutes north of Winston-Salem, Camp Hanes offers 400 acres of forest, two lakes, multiple streams, a plethora of outdoor activities, and a short drive to two different state parks. From archery to hiking, water ecology to zip-lining, you are sure to learn new skills and make lifelong friends.
Outdoor Educator and conference facilitators will assist to implement science based curriculum, and help facilitate conference group activities. Facilitators will gain greater knowledge and skills of camp operation during the shoulder seasons and improve their teaching ability with elementary and middle school age youth. Some time will also be spent helping facilitate weekend groups with adults and families. We aim to make trips both fun and educational through ecology classes, evening activities, group games, and team building activities. Facilitators will also assist with running meals, cleaning, and other maintenance as required. Staff do not stay in the cabin with groups, but are responsible for helping host and oversee the group’s needs while at camp.
We are looking for team members who are flexible, team oriented and demonstrate the YMCA Character development traits of caring, honest, respect, responsibility, and faith.
This is a full-time, seasonal position at YMCA Camp Hanes, from Mid-August thru Mid-November with potential for a spring position. This position does require weekend work. Housing is included and meals are provided while guests are on site.

QualificationsBA/BS Degree preferred or equal job experience.
Experience in customer service and creating positive experiences with guest.
Skills/experience in working with youth.- Required
Comfortable performing skills in an outdoor environment for a majority of the day.
Excellent communication skills while working with peers and guest.
Energetic, mission driven, team oriented individual- Required
Must be able to lift 25 pounds and traverse uneven terrain. - Required
YMCA of Northwest North Carolina

About YMCA of Northwest North Carolina

Our Vision

When the first YMCA was established in 1844 in London, England, its mission was to promote positive Christian values and healthy behaviors and activities. Today, the YMCA movement has spread to 124 countries around the world, supporting and influencing the lives of 21 million men, women and children of all backgrounds. Our local YMCA association has been serving Winston-Salem and the surrounding areas since 1888. We have created a tradition of enhancing the lives of people in our community through an ever-growing list of programs and opportunities.

Our Mission

"Helping all people reach their God-given potential in spirit, mind and body."

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Year Founded
Unknown
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