YMCA NSW

Outdoor Education Instructor


PayCompetitive
LocationYarramundi/Yarr
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 11121

      The Y NSW has been creating memories through outdoor education programs and camps for children, young people and community groups since 1937.

      Camp Yarramundi is located on the heritage listed Grose River in the beautiful Hawkesbury Valley, set on 35 acres of natural bushland, Camp Yarramundi has the capacity to accommodate up to 260 people in a variety of cabins across the site.

      The camp offers a range of adventure activities, including a high ropes adventure course, giant swing, flying fox, team building and artificial caving!

      • 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.

      At the Y, we’re seeking passionate and adventurous individuals with a love of the outdoors to provide our young campers with unforgettable experiences, a strengthened sense of self and community, and a deeper 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)

      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, employing over 1,000 staff across NSW to deliver enriching community programs.

      We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

      Benefits & Experience

      The Y offers a range of benefits including:

      • Above award rates of pay
      • Salary sacrifice benefits
      • Free access to Y sites & programs
      • Discounts on a range of products and services including groceries
      • Branded clothing supplied
      • Paid essential training & development
      • Additional leave including wellbeing days
      • Reward & recognition program
      • Employee assistance program
      • Reconciliation action plan
  • About the company

      The YMCA NSW Youth Parliament is an apolitical YMCA Youth Parliament program coordinated by the YMCA NSW, and acts as a platform for youth advocacy for 15- to 18-year-olds.

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