PREFERRED POSITION DATES: August 7th, 2025 - December 19th, 2025
POSITION SUMMARY: Activity Facilitators are responsible for leading family-oriented and group programs for members and guests of all ages. This includes sports, archery, outdoor nature activities, mini-golf clubhouse, roller rink, science experiments, climbing wall, games and other family programs. Additionally, Activity Facilitators will assist guests at the program registration desk. Interns are responsible for working with the Program Administrator to assist with scheduling and facilitation of group programs, as well as communicating with group leaders as need. Interns are expected to assist with training and be a resource for other staff in regards to program development and implementation.
OUR CULTURE:
We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary experiences for our guests and for each other and we expect constant demonstration of our core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for independently executing programming activities including archery, axe-throwing, family programs, team-building and any other programs as assigned.
- Promote and assist in special event weekends and seasonal programming
- Assist the Programs Administrator with scheduling and facilitating group programs
- Assist in training Family Programs staff and in developing and implementing new programming
- Assist in other programs areas (craft shop, mountain center, etc.) as needed
- Maintain and repair recreation equipment
- Predict, prevent, identify and respond to safety issues
- Communicate with all guests in a mature, responsible fashion
- Use computer system to assist guests in signing up for activities, check out equipment, and check participant rosters
- Make change and balance cash boxes
- Participate in daily cleaning of program buildings as assigned
- All other duties as assigned, including working in other departments
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be fluent in speaking English
- Must possess current Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR/AED certifications
GENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMENTS:
- Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in all functions
- Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies Mission, policies, and programs
- Possess excellent customer service skills; for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional
- Support the Association safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff
- Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse environment
- Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards
- All other duties as assigned
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds
- Must be able to walk up to two (2) miles on uneven terrain
Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities,
or qualifications associated with the job.
