Challenge Course Facilitator

What would you be doing?
• Establish relationships with youth, aged 11-17, that reflect respect, trust and empathy
• Oversee the adventure program area, including maintenance of equipment and proper supervision of staff and campers
• Lead the successful execution and delivery of the low ropes/challenge course/indoor climbing program to staff and campers
• Deliver high-quality, intentional programming designed to meet specific outcomes and develop positive skills
• Encourage camper development through their own processing and readiness, and recognize their achievements
• Inspire young people to discover their strengths, challenge limits, and build resilience and leadership capacity in a safe and supportive environment
• Provide leadership and guidance to other staff, modeling inclusivity and mentorship
• Use respectful, positive behavior management techniques
• Model healthy choices and emotional maturity
• Facilitate high quality programming for campers focusing on experiential learning, skill development, participation, and reflection
• Identify, assess, and appropriately manage and respond to risks, ensuring a constant duty of care and the safety of our participants, guests and staff at all times
• Provide mentorship, knowledge, and skill transfer to other staff
• Work with program staff to ensure program area and equipment are organized, fully stocked, and in good repair
• Contribute to a friendly and supportive environment which encourages campers to work through challenges, try new things, and celebrate differences
• Coordinate, develop and execute programs in accordance with Tim Horton Foundation Camps and accrediting body standards
• Contribute positively to the camp team and culture
• Support the delivery of staff training, as required
• Deliver programs in accordance with Tim Camps and accrediting body standards
• Be challenged physically and emotionally as you live in an overnight camp for 10 day sessions, with 3 days of break in between
• Learn that the challenge is also rewarding, and will experience personal growth alongside the campers your are supporting
• Support the other members of the Facilitators team when needed
Does this sound like you?
• Are experienced at working with youth aged 11 – 17
• Experienced facilitator. Demonstrates ability to adapt facilitation style based on individual or group needs
• Experience facilitating high ropes programs (considered an asset for certain locations)
• Skilled in positive behavior management
• Licensed with a valid G Class Driver’s License, or equivalent
• Pursuing post-secondary education in recreation, outdoor/adventure education, teaching or related field (considered an asset)
• Equipped with good judgment and decision making skills; know when to bring in key team members as it relates to escalated concerns
• Required technical certifications are based on assigned program areas and are outlined in the Program Standards
• Able to live on-site for an extended period of time and work flexible hours
• Able to to provide a clear criminal background check
• Certified in Standard First Aid, and Level 2 High Ropes Certification from any ACCT Accredited Vendor Member, or are willing to obtain
• Experienced in high ropes course and equipment instruction
Benefits of working with us
• Accommodation and meals are included for the duration of the contract
• Bonus when you refer employees
• Contract completion bonus
• Bonus for staff working on our French-speaking site
• Have a positive impact on the lives of young people
• Opportunity to build lasting friendships with other staff
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Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Tim Hortons® Foundation Camps (THFC) is committed to a fair and inclusive work environment, and seek talent with diversity of life experiences and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected grounds and will not discriminate on these bases.
If you have special accessibility requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us at hr@timscamps.com and a member of our HR team will get back to you. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
COVID-19 Vaccination
Tim Hortons Foundation Camps (THFC) is committed to taking all reasonable efforts to ensure the health and safety of those that use our work locations. As such, offers of employment are conditional upon being Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 and providing THFC with proof of your vaccination status. “Fully Vaccinated” means having received the completed series of a COVID-19 Vaccine. An individual is considered fully vaccinated 14 days after receiving their completed series.
In the event you are unable to be Fully Vaccinated based on medical reasons or protected ground by the applicable Human Rights Code, THFC will consider requests for accommodation on an individual basis. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated as a result of an approved accommodation will be required to adhere to additional safety protocols when attending the workplace. Personal health information collected by THFC is stored in accordance with applicable privacy laws and will be kept confidential.