Date Posted: November 19th 2025

Position Title: Out-trip Leader

Location: YMCA BC - Camp Elphinstone (1760 YMCA Rd, Gibsons, V0N 1V6, BC)

Term: Temporary, Full time

Start Date: June 14th, 2026

End Date: September 4th, 2026

Salary: $145.55 per day plus food & accommodation

Reports To: Assistant Summer Camp Manager

Nature & Scope

YMCA Camp Elphinstone is seeking individuals to fill the role of Out-trip Leader.

The Out-trip Leader is responsible for leading a camper-centered out-tripping program that meets British Columbia Camping Association (BCCA) standards and YMCA risk management protocols. The Out-tripping team ensures that all tripping equipment is properly maintained, ensuring it is in safe working order, and prepared for each trip.

In this role, the Out-tripper actively involves campers in the pre-trip preparation process, planning, organizing, and guiding 1- to 8-day backpacking and canoeing trips on trails and waterways including the Sunshine Coast Trail, Sechelt Inlet, Quathet Canoe Route and others. They will also support Leadership Development out-trips and onsite overnight trips for two-week camper cabins, providing a consistent and engaging outdoor experience.

The Out-tripper is responsible for teaching and practicing Leave No Trace principles throughout all trips, prioritizing both environmental stewardship and the overall safety and well-being of campers and staff. This position requires strong leadership, outdoor expertise, and a commitment to fostering a positive and memorable tripping experience for campers.

Major Responsibilities**-** in this position, you will**:**

• Facilitating experiential and camper-focused backpacking and canoeing out-trips.
• Ensure all aspects of their trip are prepared. Including, route planning, trip cards, meal planning, equipment and gear inspection and anything else required to ensure the success of the out-trip.
• Regularly inspect, maintain, and inventory all out-tripping equipment. Report issues to the Assistant Summer Camp Manager.
• Ensure that all staff and participants are following BCCA and Camp Elphinstone’s out-tripping standards, policies and, procedures at all times.
• Ensure all programming is creative, authentic and, age appropriate, respecting the physical and emotional needs of youth, keeping safety first.
• Camp Staff are expected to contribute to the success of camp by completing tasks in addition to those listed above. These may include, but are not limited to: cleaning, preparing program materials, and transporting and maintaining equipment.

Qualification**-you bring:**

• Experience leading backpacking, and canoeing trips in the backcountry with children.
• In accordance with BCCA Standards, Out-trip Leaders must be 19 by July 5th, 2026.
• Wilderness First Aid (40 hours)
• CPR-C
• Criminal Reference Check with a Vulnerable Sector Screening issued no later than six (6) months preceding start date.
• 2 successful reference checks.

Additional Qualifications (assets)

• Wilderness First Responder (80 hours)
• Paddle Canada Instructor or Bronze Cross
• BC Class 4 Driver’s License (or willing to obtain) and experience driving trailers
• NL

About Camp Elphinstone:

YMCA Camp Elphinstone, located near Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast, is just a 40-minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay, Vancouver. Nestled on 144 acres of temperate rainforest along the shores of Howe Sound, the camp offers a variety of programs for youth ages 5-17 during July and August. These include one- and two-week overnight camps, Leadership Development programs, multi-day paddling and hiking trips, and day camps. From September to June, Camp Elphinstone functions as an Outdoor Education, Event, and Retreat Centre, hosting schools, conferences, weddings, and other special interest groups. Annually, the camp serves over 10,000 participants.

YMCA Camp Elphinstone can accommodate and dine up to 472 campers or guests. During July and August, the camp employs around 140 staff and volunteers, while the spring and fall Outdoor Education seasons see a team of 20-50 members. In the winter season, a smaller core team of 10 staff members is maintained. Successful staff at Camp Elphinstone are self-motivated individuals dedicated to helping children and youth thrive in an outdoor camp setting, and they are committed to providing 5-star customer service to all client groups.

We acknowledge that the land where YMCA Camp Elphinstone operates is the traditional, unceded territory of the Skwxwú7mesh-ulh Temíx̱w (Squamish) Nation since time immemorial. Further, we recognize that our camp activities extend across the Sunshine Coast, which includes the traditional and unceded territories of several Coast Salish Nations, whose peoples have stewarded and continue to protect and care for the lands, waterways and airways where we are grateful to live, work, play and learn.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at bc.ymca.ca.

Application Process**-**ready to make a difference?

We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!

Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)

Application Deadline: This process will continue until all positions have been filled. However, please apply early for your preferred positions.

Due to longer processing times for visas and work permits – all international candidates who need to apply for a work permit must apply before these deadlines:

Spring Season: January 15th 2026, at 11:59pm PST

Summer Season: February 29th 2026 at 11:59pm PST

If you apply outside of these time frames, the chances of receiving a decision on time will be lower due to high demand for processing applications.

Throughout the recruitment process, our main method of contact is via email. As such, we ask that you please monitor your emails regularly and respond to any emails from us in a timely manner. Any delays in communication can significantly impact the recruitment process, especially if deadlines are missed.

What to expect:

Here is our expected timeline:

November

• Job Postings go live
• Review of Applications
• Contacting applicants to offer interview

December

• First round of interviews begin
• Continuous review of applications & offer of interviews

January

• First round of successful applicants will be contacted
• Continuous review of applications & offer of interviews

Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application.

You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.

• If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step. Throughout the recruitment process, our main method of contact is via email. As such, we ask that you please monitor your emails regularly and respond to any emails from us in a timely manner.
• If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.

Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.