Date Posted: July 22, 2025
Position Title: Volunteer Program Facilitator, Outdoor Education
Location: YMCA Camp Elphinstone (1760 YMCA Road, Gibsons, BC, V0N 1V6 )
Term: Temporary, Full-Time
Hours: 5-6 Days per week
Start Date: September 1st, 2025
End Date: October 18th, 2025 or November 1st, 2025
Salary: N/A - Food & Accommodation are provided
Reports To: Outdoor Education Coordinators / Outdoor Education &
Events Manager

CANDIDATES SHOULD IDEALLY KNOW:

• Knowledge or experience with the YMCA, either in Canada or internationally
• Child-focused work experience
• Willingness to take learning and growth opportunities in order to ‘Shine On’
• High motivation and initiative working as part of a team to deliver the YMCA’s mission

PLEASE INCLUDE ANY AND ALL RELEVANT CERTIFICATIONS IN YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION.

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• If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step.
• If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.

Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.
YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.
Thank you for your interest and application.

• Provide the required skills and expertise learned in training to facilitate safe and effective programming and high-quality service.
• Interact directly with children and encourage interaction between children.
• Provide positive customer service and high-quality experience to all guests and clients from schools, private rentals and retreats, and weddings.
• Assist with general maintenance, cleaning, and site support duties as required for daily operation.
• Ensure all participants and staff follow camp rules, respecting each other and the facility