Adventure Specialist

Location: Markham/ Collingwood, ON and surrounding areas
Term: May - August 2024
Hours will vary: 15-20 hours per week

Scouts Canada’s program is delivered by thousands of community-based volunteers across Canada. The Program Support team exists to support and enable these volunteers to deliver high-quality programming through development opportunities, join-in events, third-party courses, and dedicated coaching.

The program support team is looking for a part-time Adventure Specialist to join the team in Markham, ON (or surrounding areas), working 15-20 hours weekly, ending on August 31st, 2024. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone looking to start a rewarding career in the non-profit sector. The successful candidate will play a vital role in starting new program Sections, allowing more Canadian youth people to develop into well-rounded youth, better prepared for success in the world.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old and willing to undergo a Police Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.
 

Duties and Responsibilities:

In-Section Support

• Provide essential Scouting materials and resources to new Sections and Section Scouters.
• Offer enhanced coaching to Section Scouters to improve the delivery of Scouts Canada’s program and promote youth-led programming.
• Ensure Section Scouters have access to learning opportunities that enhance their ability to deliver Scouting programs by implementing experiential learning or "learn by doing" for youth.

Drive Outdoor Adventure

• Share a passion for the outdoors and assist sections in attaining new challenges.
• Support Sections and their Scouters with weekly outdoor activities that enhance outdoor skills and competencies.
• Coordinate Outdoor Adventure Skills with local third-party partners and resources.
• Support Sections and their Scouters on weekend adventures to Scouts Canada Properties and other outdoor destinations.
• Provide essential camping equipment to Section Scouters.
• Other duties: as a non-profit organization with a small team, there may be occasions where other responsibilities or projects are assigned.

 Competencies Required:

• High School Diploma
• Proven experience planning engaging programming for youth.
• Experience facilitating basic outdoor adventure skills training is an asset.
• Familiarity with implementing Scout Canada's Canadian Path program.
• Capable to perform basic computer/web skills & access to reliable technology
• Knowledge in one or more of the following areas:
• Adult learning and development
• Outdoor recreation and education
• Demonstrated leadership, management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills: ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Proven ability to inspire confidence, teamwork, and leadership in others.
• A positive mindset with a willingness to adapt to changes.
• Demonstrates a commitment to the Scouting Values as well as to our Mission, Principles & Practices of Scouts Canada.
• Ensure content is clear, concise and easy to understand for the target audience.

Working Conditions

• A Police Record Check (PRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSS) are required before the start date.
• Valid Driver’s License and access to your own vehicle are required.
• Mandatory training requirement.
• Fixed-term role from May to August 2024.
• Flexible work hours of 15-20 hours per week.
• Meetings with Sections and their Scouters at their weekly meeting place.
• Work in a home-office environment.
• Working outdoors for extended periods of time.
• Sitting at a computer for extended periods of time.

We’ve got you covered:

Hourly wage depends on skills and experience. The hourly wage for this position ranges from $20-$25 per hour.
 

Ready to apply?

If this role excites you, we want to hear from you! Please take the time to tell us about yourself in a cover letter — we want to hear your story — your background, your accomplishments, and why this role is a good fit with your future career aspirations. We want to learn about you!

Please submit your resume and cover letter by CLICKING HERE. The deadline to apply is May 13, 2024.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We will be reviewing resumes as they are submitted.

Scouts Canada is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace and recruitment processes. We encourage applications from members of all racialized groups, gender identities and sexual orientations, Indigenous persons and, persons with disabilities.

Accessibility and Accommodation: Scouts Canada is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. Accommodation requests should be made in advance to HR at humanresources@scouts.ca Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.