Assistant Wilderness Coordinator

Kenora - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Your Opportunity to SHINE ON:

At the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg we believe that belonging is the heart of potential and for more than 130 years Camp Stephensowned and operated by the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeghas brought this belief to life through exceptional overnight and wilderness experiences on its island site in the heart of Lake of the Woods Kenora Ontario. Guided by The Y Way and our commitment to Shine On Experiences Camp Stephens fosters a culture where safety inclusion growth and community are embedded in everything we do.

As the Assistant Wilderness Coordinator you will play a key leadership role in supporting the delivery of high-quality In-Camp Trail wilderness programming. This is an active vacancy not a future hiring pool and the successful candidate will make an immediate impact by strengthening safety practices program operations and staff supporthelping ensure Camp Stephens continues to be a place where campers and staff Shine On.

WHY youll love Camp Stephens:

Working at Camp Stephens means being part of a values-driven people-first culture grounded in inclusiveness well-being sustainability and inspiration. You will work closely with the Wilderness Coordinator and leadership team contribute to meaningful youth development through outdoor programming and grow your leadership skills in a unique mission-driven camp environment.

HOW youll create Moments that Matter:

You will support and oversee In-Camp Trail wilderness programming ensuring safety policies risk-management systems and industry best practices are consistently followed. You will help train and support the Wilderness Team maintain equipment and inventories and contribute to camp-wide programming such as Depot sessions and Clubs activities. You will also manage key administrative tasks including food orders environmental tracking budgeting support and end-of-season reporting to drive continuous improvement.

What Youll bring:

Experience leading youth or wilderness programs in camp or outdoor environments with a strong focus on safety and engagement.
Strong organizational communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic setting.
A demonstrated commitment to inclusion safeguarding and the Ys mission and values.
Required Certifications: Standard First Aid with CPR-C Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA) Moving Water White Water Rescue (WWR)

How Y Winnipeg Supports Your Impact:

Compensation: Daily Wage of $98.33
Professional Development: Paid training and certification opportunities; applicants who do not yet have all required certifications are encouraged to apply as training and support may be available
On-site Accommodation: Includes board and lodging during the camp season
Wellness: Complimentary Y membership and access to Employee Assistance Program
A supportive people-centred environment where your leadership is valued

Our Commitment to a Fair and Inclusive Hiring Process:

AI Disclosure: Our recruitment process incorporates AI technology for initial application screening to assist with assessing qualifications. All applications are also reviewed by our hiring team to ensure a fair and accurate assessment.

Candidate Experience: While only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews we are committed to transparency and will provide an update on application status within 45 days of submission.

Equity & Inclusion: Canadian experience is not required. We value diversity and welcome applicants with international education and work experience. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.

Required Experience:

Your Opportunity to SHINE ON:At the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg we believe that belonging is the heart of potential and for more than 130 years Camp Stephensowned and operated by the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeghas brought this belief to life through exceptional overnight and wilderness experiences on its island...