OUTDOOR EDUCATION & RETREATS SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

POSITION SUMMARY : Join the Adventure! Spend your days outside, inspiring others and soaking up the best parts of camp life. As an Outdoor Education & Retreats Specialist, you’ll bring energy and excellence to our outdoor programs while living the camp dream. Enjoy shared housing with your fellow adventurers, delicious dining hall meals, Wi-Fi to keep you connected, and access to awesome camp activities in your free time. Plus, we’ve got your back with job training, certifications, and more!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

1. Deliver hands on educational programing to schools focused on environmental science grades 1st-12th

2. Facilitate ropes, target sports and aquatics related activities and programming for all retreat guests

3. Manage a group of 15-20 students.

4. Coordinate with other specialist and directors on programing.

5. Provide direct supervision to youth while teaching and leading activities.

6. All other duties as assigned by the director.

7. Shared housing, meals when dining hall is running, Wi-Fi, access to camp activities when not in use, job training / certifications and more!

OUR CULTURE : Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our purpose of strengthening communities with intention and purpose every day. We welcome all : we are open to everyone. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine : we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful : we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We nurture : we support you on your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined : above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

YMCA PART-TIME BENEFITS OVERVIEW : At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values.

• Complimentary YMCA Membership
• Flexible Scheduling
• Professional Development
• Retirement Benefits
• Employee Resource Groups

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader) :

Mission Advancement : Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration : Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others

Operational Effectiveness : Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth : Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

The YMCA of Southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

The YMCA of Southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

The Y : We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements : QUALIFICATIONS :

1. Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA.

2. This position requires experience working with youth and preference given to those with teaching experience.

3. Have or willing to obtain First Aid, CPR, Lifeguard and Ropes certifications or training.

4. A degree or working towards a degree in environmental science, youth development, teaching, or relevant experience and background knowledge of outdoor education or camp.

5. Willingness to have fun, laugh, and be silly and a love of nature.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must be able to see, hear, and speak clearly.

2. Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.

3. Must be in good health, able to bend, stand, stoop, walk, climb and work outside in all terrain and weather conditions for extended periods of time.

4. Must be able to comprehend and communicate written and or verbal instructions.

5. Comfortable working at heights and around water.

JOB TITLE : Outdoor Education & Retreats Specialist

LOCATION : Watha, NC (Pender County)

POSITION TYPE : Full Time, Seasonal

FLSA : Non-Exempt

PAY RATE : Stipend Pay , $450-$525 week

REPORTS TO : Director of Camping and Outdoor Education

REVISION DATE : 7-22-2025