Copy of Crew Leader Outland Youth Employment Program (7 Week Summer Contract, July and August 2026)

WHATS THE JOB

This position takes place on site in a remote camp setting. Crew Leaders are livein staff for the full duration of the summer program.

OYEP Crew Leaders (CLs) are responsible for the daytoday supervision safety and support of youth participants (Rangers) throughout the Outland Youth Employment Program. Crew Leaders work directly with youth and play a primary role in modeling workplace expectations healthy group living and professional behaviour. Many Rangers are experiencing their first job and first paychequeCrew Leaders are essential mentors in building confidence accountability and readiness for work.

Crew Leaders maintain a clean orderly and professional camp environment at all times and are expected to build respectful supportive relationships with Rangers and staff. This is a highly handson leadership role that requires maturity adaptability and strong interpersonal skills in a communal remote setting.

Crew Leaders provide constant supportive supervision assist with questions or challenges as they arise and mentor Rangers through work projects academic components and daily routines. Crew Leaders are expected to act as positive professional role models at all times.

Crew Leaders may be assigned a Camp Leading Role (e.g. Safety Officer Educational Support Recreation Lead Social Media) and when applicable will mentor a Crew Leader in Training (CIT) as part of staff development and succession planning.

This role takes place in a full live in environment throughout the summer. Meals accommodations and on site transportation are provided for all staff and participants. 

You must be available for the entirety of the program. Great position for post secondary students treeplanters or other season workers. 
 

Your work will include but is not limited to:

Supervision & Youth Support

• Provide active supervision of Rangers during work projects training academic sessions and camp life
• Monitor Ranger productivity behaviour and engagement during and after work hours
• Hold regular checkins and nightly meetings with Rangers to reflect on daily activities and address concerns
• Ensure Rangers understand expectations related to safety conduct and participation

Health & Safety

• Maintain and enforce Outlands workplace health and safety policies
• Monitor safe operating procedures and PPE compliance
• Report near misses hazards and incidents promptly
• Participate in and help facilitate daily safety meetings
• Conduct daily vehicle circle checks and ensure proper logbook use

Program Delivery & Operations

• Assist in all work projects and classroom sessions (may include planting site projects tool use or project wrapup)
• Maintain camp cleanliness vehicles equipment and shared spaces
• Support daily schedules and ensure Rangers are where they need to be for work and academic activities
• Complete diligent recordkeeping of incidents and activities in Crew Leader documentation

Healthy Living & Camp Culture

• Promote and model healthy living behaviours including:
  • Smokefree lifestyle
  • Healthy eating habits
  • Active living
  • Positive social interaction and cohesive group living

Team Leadership & Communication

• Operate as part of an organized leadership team with other Crew Leaders Crew Leaders in Training and Supervisors
• Communicate clearly with site leadership regarding Ranger needs incidents and daily operations
• Participate in evening staff meetings with thoughtful input and reflections

  WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

• Experience living and working in a remote outdoor setting
• Opportunity to develop leadership mentoring and youthfocused facilitation skills
• Zero cost of living while on site
• Competitive pay structure (daily base rate plus applicable premiums and vacation pay)

Qualifications :

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• Experience working with youth in camp residential outdoor training or educational settings is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated leadership mentoring or team support experience
• Strong communication conflictmanagement and interpersonal skills
• Ability to model professionalism accountability and healthy group living
• Ability to live and work in a remote communal camp environment for the full duration of the program
• Valid drivers license in good standing
• First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to successfully complete a vulnerable sector check

Additional Information :

Physical Requirements

Be able to handle the following physical demands:

• Lift carry push or pull up to 50 lbs
• Climb ladders or stairs
• Stand walk squat kneel or sit according to task for extended periods
• Perform repetitive hand work requiring full use of both hands
• Perform work with arms extended or above shoulder height
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veterans status Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Special needs accommodation during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time