Group Leader

•    Lead outdoor adventure group activities
•    Flexible working conditions in a casual role
•    Located on the heritage listed Grose River in the beautiful Hawkesbury Valley

Our Group Leaders are a team of passionate individuals who share their love of outdoor recreation with our camp participants and guests. They ensure each person leaves our camp sites with lasting memories, enhanced personal growth, a strengthened sense of community as well as feeling more connected to the natural world!

About your new role: 

Reporting to the Programs Coordinator, your new role is focussed on group facilitation. You will conduct pre and post program tasks such as safety checks and set up as well as group briefing. Some of the program outcomes include confidence, team building, leadership, communication skills and critical thinking. You will conduct group adventure activities in accordance with YMCA NSW Camping standard operating procedures. 

The role will see you provide a high standard of customer service to our guests as well as supervision of meal service and camp facilities when required.  You must be available at least 3 consecutive weekdays per week and will be open to working with us on a casual basis, working a flexible roster across the 7 days of the week in the shift hours range from 7am through to 9pm.

To set you up for success we will provide you 2 full weeks of paid training as well as 2-4 weeks of paid shadowing! You will also receive free meals on-site and will have access to accommodation whilst working. Whilst this is a casual role, we are looking for interested group leaders to progress into part time and full-time positions.

To be successful in the role you will have:

•    Great communication, Interpersonal and leadership skills
•    Problem solving and Positive attitude
•    Passion for outdoor activities
•    Relevant industry experience (desirable)
•    First Aid and CPR in Childcare setting(012) 
 
If you're an adventurous go-getter with a passion for motivating others, apply today!
 
Why the Y?
 
•    Communal team dynamic operating inside and outside of work hours such as team building adventure activities
•    Accommodation on site if required for late night shifts
•    Access to all YMCA NSW gym and pool facilities
•    Paid Training

Outdoor Education and Camping

Our Outdoor Education and Camping Team create unforgettable experiences for schools, youth and young people in need. From our energetic Outdoor Education Instructors to our friendly Housekeepers, Chefs and Administrators, our people build inspiring, entertaining and educational adventures that encourage healthy behaviours in developing kids. As part of The Y family, you’ll be responsible for the care and safety of our young community – all while running exciting activities like camping, canoeing and rock climbing. You’ll also act as a role model for our young guests, teaching valuable life lessons and leading with honesty and respect. If you’re a lover of outdoorsy-action who’s interested in meaningful work with underprivileged youth, we’ll reward you with an exciting career that’s all about creating life-changing memories for the next generation.

Who What Y?

The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact and empowering young people. We operate 24 recreation centres, 53 out-of-school-hours care services, and two camping locations which employ 1,500 staff across NSW –  and fund our diverse range of enriching community programs.

We believe in building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities and cultures, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, to apply.

Commitment to Safeguarding

 
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we embed Safeguarding into everything that we do to make sure Children and Young People are kept at the front of our minds in all our programs and services. We also ensure that all our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles to keep our children and young people safe. 

To learn more about our Commitment to Safeguarding Statement and our screening processes, click here.