Outdoor Environmental Education Program Instructor

Overview

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner. 

Job Summary

Outdoor Environmental Education Program Instructors provide outdoor environmental education programs, challenge education programs, and weekend recreation programs for participants attending YMCA Camp Colman.

To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online at www.campingandoutdoorleadership.org.

What you'll get from working at The Y:

• Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
• A positive, growth-oriented community of fun coworkers
• Opportunity for adventure every day

Compensation: New hires: $95 / day; Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for the second season: $101 / day; Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for three or more seasons: $107 / day; Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for four or more seasons: $113 / day

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing as an Outdoor Environmental Education Program Instructor:

• Act as part of the total camp staff team to provide a quality outdoor education program to school groups and weekend family camps.
• Actively contribute to the camp staff team by communicating ideas and concerns openly, making solution-oriented suggestions, exhibiting a service-minded attitude, and being an appropriate role model.
• Prepare and teach classes in Environmental Education and Challenge Education daily as assigned.
• Facilitate activities (e.g., crafts, archery, large group games, campfires, etc.) daily as assigned.
• Facilitate evening activities, meal duties, and cleaning duties as assigned.
• Model and enforce all camp policies.
• Attend and participate in all required meetings and trainings.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, program and equipment inspection written documentation, and emergencies.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping are met in all cabins, facilities, staff housing, program areas, bathrooms, and main lodge. Monitor and restock housekeeping supplies as needed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

This job operates at a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors. Staff typically live in either shared cabins with campers or in shared housing with staff for the duration of employment. Specific housing depends on position and availability.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift and store supplies, up to 50 pounds.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, seasonal position. The usual camp work week is five (5) days on and two (2) days off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

Qualifications

You are 19 years of age or older and have:

• At least one (1) season of experience teaching environmental education.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Current state-approved First Aid certification.*
• Current state-approved CPR certification.*
• BA / BS degree or equivalent in related field.
• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
• Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building.

*CPR and FA training will be provided within first 30 days of employment.

MISSION STATEMENT

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

OUR VALUES

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.