Discover Gap Program

at  YMCA of the Rockies

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Discover Program at YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch, provides young adults (ages 18 - 24 years old) with a variety of experiences focused on personal growth. Participants strengthen their relationship with nature and deepen their self-understanding while gaining valuable experience in the Hospitality industry in either Food Service or Housekeeping. This is accomplished through adventures in the outdoors, meaningful community service, and a curriculum centered on introspection. Join our community at YMCA of the Rockies for an experience in a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
Outside of these activities, you will experience one Discover day per week that can include hiking, snowshoeing, outdoor education, community service opportunities, and self-development courses.
The ideal Discover Gap Program participant is a young adult who is intentional on self-discovery; learning more about who they are and what they want to do in life. This requires intentional effort in exploring personal and professional growth.

PROGRAM STRUCTURE:

• Paid seasonal employment, gaining skills in our food service and housekeeping departments
• Part of the Discover Cohort, forming a community with other young adults looking for the same outcomes
• Weekly “Discover Days” designed to enhance life skills, increase workforce preparedness, explore identity formation and possible career trajectories, and explore the local and surrounding areas
• Recreational opportunities (both scheduled and informal) on our 5,200 acres of open space and surrounding public lands
• Service opportunities
• Small-group workshops and training sessions
• Opportunities to continue working at Snow Mountain Ranch, in the same or a different department.

GENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMENTS:

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions
• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs.
• Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional.
• Support the YMCA of the Rockies safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff.
• Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse community.
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to walk up to 10 miles on uneven terrain.
• Able to work well with frequent interruptions in a busy work environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually fairly high.

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities,
or qualifications associated with the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain and positive and professional attitude towards guests and staff
• Participate enthusiastically in all Discover activities and trainings
• Clean cabins, lodge rooms and public areas, meeting or exceeding standards and guest expectations
• Assist with meal preparation and serving
• Other duties as assigned
• Possess stamina to work in the work environment described herein

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to walk up to 10 miles on uneven terrain.
• Able to work well with frequent interruptions in a busy work environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually fairly high