Program Director Wanted!- 3 week special Contract

 Summary: Located at the top of the Sunshine Coast in the qathet Region, the Outdoor Learning Centre, operated by Terracentric Coastal Adventures, is seeking a senior-staff person to be our Program Director providing onsite leadership and management for 3-weeks of peak-experience overnight camps starting May 23 – June 9, 2023.

The ideal candidates with have experience & qualifications in some of the following:

• ·       Risk assessment and decision making
• ·       Staff supervision and training
• ·       Wilderness First Aid (80+hr)
• ·       Residential camp development, administration and management experience
• ·       Kayaking, canoeing, SUP, sailing, rock climbing, hiking
• ·       Exceptional organizational skills

Responsibilities: Reporting to company owners, the Program Director will be responsible for the following key operating areas:

Communications

• ·       Maintain systems for tracking and storing relevant program paperwork such as participant health forms, attendance forms, staff files
• ·       Ensure effective communication between all levels

Staff Supervision and Management

• ·       Train and lead a strong seasonal staff team of instructors, camp leaders, lifeguards and other specialty roles in individual program activity areas
• ·       Plan, lead and adapt staff training sessions
• ·       Conduct check-in meetings with activity staff in order to consistently improve quality of program delivery
• ·       Conduct periodic staff evaluations with the Centre Director
• ·       Be on site at the Centre when the site is hosting programs, this will include overnight duties, being an active, visual presence at program areas throughout program times
• ·       Manage outdoor equipment for individual program areas and ensure all necessary materials/ supplies are purchased in advance
• ·       Function as part of a creative team for managing ad hoc issues and challenges at Centre
• ·       Assist with scheduling camp program activities
• ·       Visiting each activity area on a regular basis to ensure their safety, and that the activities are fun and engaging
• ·       Using appropriate evaluation system to determine whether activities effectively meet goals

Safety

• ·       Ensure that the Centre’s Health, Safety Awareness and Risk Management standard operating procedures are followed, and plans are implemented as completely as possible at all times
• ·       Manage any emergency situations
• ·       Manage escalation of behaviour management issues on site as required
• ·       Promote a strong safety awareness among all staff
• ·       Along with directors, planning and delivering all emergency procedure training with on-site staff.
• ·       In rotation with the other Senior staff, providing “On Call” coverage (can be contacted by phone or radio) from bedtime to Breakfast in case of emergency

Program Delivery

• ·       Facilitate/ Instruct sessions at camp as needed as part of training staff

Skills and Experience: 

• ·       Post-secondary university Degree in Recreation Management, Adventure Tourism, Education or a related discipline and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• ·       Senior leadership experience (3-years minimum) in a residential camp or outdoor centre setting or related supervisory role 
• ·       Strong public relations skills and quality service training and experience 
• ·       Ability to act under pressure and keep a clear head
• ·       Excellent leadership skills, understanding and ability to be a positive role model, practicing patience and self-control. Must be able to “walk-the-talk” ensuring gold-standards in experiential learning.
• ·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• ·       Understand all relevant standards and legislation regarding the safe and appropriate operation of a residential camp 
• ·       Possess a strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills 
• ·       Proven ability to work independently as well as a part of a team 
• ·       Ability to proactively manage multiple work tasks in a timely manner
• ·       Ability to play a key role in the support and management of a seasonal camp staff team of 20
• ·       Provide a clear Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, Employees are also required to attend Child Protection Training 
• ·       Previous experience in an overnight camping environment

Certifications Required:

• •       Paddle Canada Canoe/SUP/Big Canoe
• •       Wilderness First Aid (min. 40 hours)

Position Type: Full-time 3-week contract

To Apply:Send self-designed cover letter, resume and list of references to Hugh Prichard, Executive Director. Terracentric Coastal Adventures Ltd. PO Box 146, LUND, BC. V0N 2G0 or by e-mail to hugh@terracentricadventures.com Thank you for your application but only those qualified candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted.  Inquiries: 604 414 3966

Closing Date: Open until filled

Compensation and benefits: Onsite accommodations, all meals, travel stipend and competitive management wages depending on experience