Overview

Camp Yarramundi

  • Impact the lives of young people in a bushland setting
  • Be part of our exciting new site redevelopment
  • No outdoor education experience needed – we’ll train you!
  • Base rate of pay is $33.14 (casual hourly rate)

At the Y, we’re after passionate and adventurous go-getters with a love of all things outdoors to provide our young campers with unforgettable experiences, a strengthened sense of self and community, and a greater connection to our natural and peaceful environment.

You’ll lead adventurous outdoor activities and confidence-building games, while mentoring our young community, including many underprivileged and disadvantaged children.

Our supportive and fun-loving team can’t wait to welcome you to your new and rewarding camp career, where you’ll also eventually work within our ground-breaking new camping facilities!

If you’re an energetic and empathetic leader looking for an impactful career in a beautiful and unique outdoor working environment, then you could be our next Outdoor Educator!

Extra Benefits

  • Brand new facilities coming!
  • All meals provided while on shift
  • Free gym memberships to Richmond UNSW gym and Penrith Oasis gym.
  • Overnight accommodation available in staff quarters when available

Qualifications

  • HLTAID012 accreditation – Provide an Emergency First Aid Response in an Education and Care Setting
  • CPR
  • Working with Children Check

Added extras (good to haves)

  • Certificate III in Outdoor Recreation (Good to have)
  • Relevant industry experience (Good to have)
  • Bronze Medallion (Good to have)

Outdoor Education and Camping

Our Outdoor Education and Camping Team create unforgettable experiences for schools, youth and young people in need. From our energetic Outdoor Education Instructors to our friendly Housekeepers, Chefs and Administrators, our people build inspiring, entertaining and educational adventures that encourage healthy behaviours in developing kids. As part of The Y family, you’ll be responsible for the care and safety of our young community – all while running exciting activities like camping, canoeing and rock climbing. You’ll also act as a role model for our young guests, teaching valuable life lessons and leading with honesty and respect. If you’re a lover of outdoorsy-action who’s interested in meaningful work with underprivileged youth, we’ll reward you with an exciting career that’s all about creating life-changing memories for the next generation.

Who What Y?

The Y NSW is a profit-for-purpose organisation focused on healthy living, social impact and empowering young people. We operate 18 recreation centres, 47 out-of-school-hours care services, and two camping locations which employ 1,500 staff across NSW –  and fund our diverse range of enriching community programs.

We believe in building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities and cultures, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, to apply.

Commitment to Safeguarding
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we embed Safeguarding into everything that we do to make sure Children and Young People are kept at the front of our minds in all our programs and services. We also ensure that all our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles to keep our children and young people safe.

To learn more about our Commitment to Safeguarding Statement and our screening processes, click here.

To apply online, click here.

Applications close when a suitable candidate is recruited.

 

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