If you are looking for a meaningful career where each day you can positively inspire the lives of the people in your community then you'll discover that working at Y NSW is for you!

The Y NSW is a values-based operation focused on people; the clients we serve and the communities in which we operate. Over 1900 professional staff and 200 volunteers make it possible for us to deliver local services and create valuable connections within the community.

Y NSW offers fantastic career paths for enthusiastic, passionate people looking to make an impact in local communities. Our people say we are fun, collaborative and offer an environment that can be different every day. We invite you to join us in this amazing purpose - to develop your skills, to realize your full potential, to become a Cause Driven Leader and to discover a career that is so much more than a job.

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 over 1000 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.

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 will be responsible for the care and safety of our young community - all while running exciting activities like camping, canoeing and rock climbing. You will also act as a role model for our young guests, teaching valuable life lessons and leading with honesty and respect.

If you are a lover of outdoorsy-action who is interested in meaningful work with underprivileged youth, we will reward you with an exciting career that is all about creating life-changing memories for the next generation.

• Impact the lives of young people in a bushland setting
• Be part of our exciting new site redevelopment
• 12 month contract with view to extend pending redevelopment timelines

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.

We are searching for an accomplished and experienced Outdoor Education Manager. You'll lead adventurous outdoor activities and confidence-building games, while mentoring our young community, including many underprivileged and disadvantaged children.

You'll be responsible for the development and implementation of safe, inclusive, engaging, and outstanding Camp experiences for schools, youth, and community groups. This role includes overseeing the safe implementation of activities such as rock climbing, abseiling, giant swing, flying fox, ropes courses, and fun group activities, that focus on achieving best practice and the highest possible impact on our young people.

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 Manager!

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

• Recognised Industry Certification/s in Outdoor Education/Recreation and in activities such as rock climbing, abseiling, and ropes courses
• Current Remote First Aid certification and/or HLTAID0012, or willigness to obtain prior to commencement
• Current CPR qualification or willigness to obtain prior to commencement
• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

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.