Teen Outdoor Program Leader

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Organization

Camp Chief Ouray

Job Posted

March 20, 2023

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Kelvina Doss

Contact Email

kdoss@ymcarockies.org

Contact Phone

9708872648

Deadline to Apply

Location

Granby, CO
United States
Spend your summer backpacking, mountain biking, horsepacking, and rafting in Colorado!

Summary

Looking for an adventure filled summer job while developing future leaders? Come work as a Teen Outdoor Program Leader at a summer camp next to Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado!

Location: Camp Chief Ouray in Granby, Colorado. Located on the 5,100-acre property of YMCA of the Rockies - Snow Mountain Ranch.
Dates Needed: May 15 - August 12, 2023

Job Description:

  • Teen Outdoor Program Leaders a.k.a. Trip Leaders are responsible for leading, coordinating, and supervising in-camp activities and out of camp trips (Adventure, Trekker and Leadership Training programs). These groups typically consist of 8-10 campers. Adventure programs may include backpacking, mountain biking, horsepacking, rafting or some combination. Trekker programs may include hiking, backpacking, climbing, or surfing. Minimum of 21 years of age and have a clean driving record. Experience teaching leadership skills in a wilderness setting preferred. Previous experience leading wilderness trips and/or student experience with NOLS, Outward Bound, or similar programs preferred.

About Camp Chief Ouray:

  • Camp Chief Ouray (CCO), established in 1908, has grown to be a premiere overnight and day camp option for youth from all over the United States and the World. We are committed to developing five core values in everything we do: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith. CCO is a part of the YMCA of the Rockies, located at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby, CO (elevation of 8,750 feet).

 

Compensation Information

$556/week, room and board, laundry on site, practice 21st century skills, CPR/First Aid and/or Wilderness First Aid certification, diverse and global experiences, welcoming and inclusive team environment, free and/or discounted program rentals, close proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park and additional outdoor recreation areas, discount on summer camp registration for immediate family members, transportation funding support to get to camp, pro deal discounts to outdoor retail companies.