Outdoor Experience Program Coordinator

3 days ago


Detroit, Michigan, United States YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit Full time
Job Title: Outdoor Experience Program Coordinator

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Outdoor Experience Program Coordinator to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Outdoor Experience Program Coordinator will be responsible for connecting all youth with an intentional focus on bipoc and under-resourced youth to camping, outdoor education, and other related experiences and opportunities under the supervision of the Executive Director. The position will coordinate, plan, provide oversight, and partner in leading outdoor experiences and associated activities inclusive of the BOLD & GOLD Programs (Boys & Girls Outdoor Leadership Development).

Responsibilities:
  • Attend the BOLD & GOLD program, and implement required training, lesson plans, recruitment, and evaluations.
  • Coordinate and participate in programming and activities with YMCA camping services and the Metro Youth YMCA branch, including planning trips, providing and/or arranging transportation of campers and staff, and living with campers in tents and/or hostels when off-site.
  • Ensure that the BOLD & GOLD program environment, equipment, and supplies are inventoried, monitored, and safe for participants per program and Association guidelines.
  • Facilitate the learning of outdoor skills during wilderness-based courses, and ensure a physically, mentally, and emotionally safe environment while providing general supervision of campers both on- and off-site.
  • Gather program testimonials, stories, and media as requested.
  • Coordinate relevant information with other departments within the Y and work with agencies involved with the Detroit Outdoors Collaborative on shared initiatives while acting as a liaison/support resource to Detroit Outdoors Collaborative.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, 2 years working with young adults in educational or recreational settings required. 3+ years preferred.
  • 2-3 years of experience working in outdoor recreation settings preferred.
  • Proficient swimmer, bicyclist, and backpacker.
  • Experience cooking and camping in the outdoors.
  • Willingness to learn conflict mediation, restorative practice, and YMCA youth development skills.
  • Current Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
  • Current Wilderness First Responder certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
  • Current Driver's License and ability to obtain a commercial license preferred.
What We Offer:
  • FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs.
  • Flexible Scheduling.
  • Family-friendly Work Environment.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status, or any other basis protected by state, federal, or other applicable law.

We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.



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