Description

Pay within range based on years of directly transferrable experience

Daily Rate: $122.67 - $130.14

Location: YMCA Camp Pine Crest, Torrance, Ontario (Transportation to camp is available at the beginning and end of the summer)

Work Hours: Must be available to work 6 days a week between Monday – Sunday

Employment Type: Seasonal Hourly Contract (Existing Vacancy)

Number of Vacancies: 4

Anticipated Start Date: June 20, 2027

Deadline to Apply: December 6, 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

YMCA Camping and Outdoor Education offers outdoor experiences that foster personal growth and build community. After taking part in our programs, children and youth return home more confident, independent, and with new friendships. YMCA Camp Pine Crest is an overnight camp serving children, families, andorganizations through naturally focused programs that embody the mission, vision, andoutcomes of the YMCA. Camp Pine Crest is made up of 650 acres of Muskoka wilderness surrounded by 3 interconnected lakes with 8km of shoreline; has over 26km of hiking trails and 7,500 sq. ft. of dock and has 60 buildings.

The Leadership Trainer Flat Water facilitates leadership development programs that build participants’ self-awareness, group-development skills, resilience, confidence, and technical outdoor skills. The position works with another trainer to support participants during on-site programming and wilderness canoe trips,



including mentoring participants in flat-water canoeing. Trainers provide 24/7 supervision during the program and reside in the same accommodations as participants, providing ongoing instruction, mentorship, and support. The role works with the Outdoor Pursuits team to prepare and deliver safe, high-quality experiences and contributes to camp operations when not assigned to a program.

In this role, you will:

- Plan and deliver activities, learning sessions, and debriefs that support participants in developing self-awareness, technical skills, and an understanding of how individual actions affect group well-being.
- Coach and mentor each Leadership Participant to support personal growth, confidence, resilience, and constructive group participation.
- Deliver high-quality programming for participants while on-site and during trips.
- Supervise program participants while on-site and during trips, including in overnight accommodations.
- Prepare for and support safe trip delivery by following safety protocols and meeting the group’s equipment needs through maintenance, inventory, and repair of assigned equipment.
- Build relationships with members, staff, volunteers, and community partners.




- Attend the Leadership Information Day in late May to meet participants’ families.
- Act as a positive and inclusive role model for participants and staff by following YMCA camp guidelines, policies, procedures, and Ontario Camps Association guidelines.
- Provide active resource support when not delivering a program, including dish support, gear repair, and food dehydration.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

You bring:

- First Aid and CPR certification that meets Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Board requirements and YMCA policies.
- National Lifeguarding certification, Wilderness First Responder certification or Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification depending on trip length, Food Handler’s Certificate, Moving Water 2 and ORCKA Canoe Tripping Level 3 certification, valid until at least the last day of the contract.
- ORCKA Basic Instructor certification is considered an asset.
- Comfort and experience leading an overnight trip in a wilderness setting.
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and adapt to change.
- Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and in a team setting to achieve optimal results.
- Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, including the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with members, staff, and volunteers.
- Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to both inexperienced and experienced staff. &

📌 Leadership Trainer Flat Water (Torrance)
🏢 YMCA GTA
📍 Torrance