Rate of Pay: $138.93 per day
Position Status: Seasonal Contract, Full time
Term: June 22nd – August 23rd OR August 30th, 2025
Reports To: Program Supervisor
Situation
YMCA Camp Elphinstone is located near Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast, a 40-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay, Vancouver. It is situated on 144 acres of temperate rainforest along the shores of Howe Sound. During July and August, Camp Elphinstone offers programs for youth ages 5-17, including one and two week overnight camps, Leadership Development programs, paddling and hiking multi-day out-trips, and day camps. From September to June, Camp Elphinstone operates as an Outdoor Education, Event and Retreat Centre for schools, conferences, weddings, and other special interest groups. Camp Elphinstone currently serves over 10,000 participants annually.
YMCA Camp Elphinstone has accommodation and dining for up to 472 campers or guests. Camp Elphinstone employs approximately 140 staff/volunteers during July and August, with a team between 20-50 for the spring and fall Outdoor Education seasons, and a smaller core team of 10 staff during the winter season. Successful Camp Elphinstone staff are self-motivated individuals whose ambition is to help children and youth develop in an outdoor camp setting, and who believe in 5-star customer service for all client groups.
Nature & Scope
YMCA Camp Elphinstone is seeking individuals to fill the role of Mountain Biking Instructor.
The Mountain Biking Instructor is responsible for delivering engaging and beginner-friendly mountain biking lessons on the camp's trail network. This role involves guiding campers, many of whom are new to mountain biking, through foundational skills and safety practices, fostering confidence and enthusiasm for the sport.
The instructor is responsible for maintaining the fleet of mountain bikes and reporting any significant repairs to the Program Supervisor, ensuring that all equipment is safe and ready for use. Additionally, the instructor will help develop and maintain the camp’s trails, with opportunities to include campers in trail care to build a sense of responsibility and respect for outdoor spaces.
The Mountain Biking Instructor is a member of the program staff team at camp. The program staff team plays a crucial role in delivering engaging camp activities and assisting fellow staff with program implementation. In addition to instructing camp activities, program staff contribute to camper supervision, provide evening cabin support, facilitate early morning and evening programs, manage program logistics, and ensure the care and maintenance of camp equipment. Program staff are also expected to provide cabin support as needed to enhance the overall camp experience and ensure a safe, supportive environment for all campers.
Responsibilities
- Facilitating experiential and camper-focused mountain biking lessons with children ages 11-17.
- Regularly inspect, maintain, and inventory all mountain biking equipment. Report issues to the Program Supervisor. Maintain the onsite trail system in conjunction with the program and maintenance team.
- Assist with ordering mountain biking supplies prior to the summer and on an ongoing basis throughout the summer.
- Complete regular maintenance on the bike fleet
- Work with the other members of the program staff team to accomplish shared responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Standard First Aid & CPR-C
- Experienced mountain biker, experience in trail building/maintenance and working with youth.
- Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening issued no later than six (6) months preceding start date
- 2 successful reference checks
Additional Qualifications (assets)
- PMBIA Level 1
- NL Pool or Waterfront
- ACCT Level 2
