Outdoor Ministry Leader

Full time Camps/ Outdoor Education

Job Description

Facilitate quality Christian Outdoor Education programs that combine the guiding of outdoor recreation activities with the Word ministry skills of evangelism, teaching and discipleship........

  • Employment Type: Permanent, Fulltime
  • Applications Close: As soon as the position is filled

Youthworks is seeking an Outdoor Ministry Leader to join our team. Youthworks leads the way in professional Christian Outdoor Education. Through the practice of temporary community, the passionate, enthusiastic and highly skilled team use outdoor learning experiences to bring together bible-based discipleship and outdoor education in a unique and powerful way. The team is made up of a talented bunch of people who love Jesus, seek adventure in the outdoors and believe that not all lessons are best taught in the classroom. They are just as passionate about Christian ministry to young people as they are about adventurous experiences in God’s creation.

About the role

To facilitate quality Christian Outdoor Education programs that combine the guiding of outdoor recreation activities with the Word ministry skills of evangelism, teaching and discipleship.

Your responsibilities

  • Provide instruction on activities such as sailing, canoeing, abseiling, indoor rock climbing, archery, orienteering and high and low ropes
  • Conduct evening and weekend program activities as required
  • Lead and or participate in overnight expeditions
  • Undertake additional duties as required to assist in the facilitation of quality guest service

You will need to demonstrate

  • Qualifications in Outdoor Recreation (Certificate III level or higher)
  • Qualifications (current) in First Aid and Water Rescue
  • Experience working with young people
  • Experience in facilitating small group discussions
  • Personal Christian faith and willingness to work within an Anglican organisation

Desirable

  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation or working towards
  • Remote or Wilderness First Aid

Own transport and a current driver’s licence are essential due to the location of Port Hacking Conference Centres.

How to apply

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Submit in writing a cover letter and resume by clicking 'Apply Now' below.

Youthworks is committed to participating in the NSW Working with Children Check program, and successful applicants must have a valid Working with Children Check ID number for paid employment before an offer of employment can be made. Persons who are ineligible need not apply.

General enquiries can be directed to Human Resources humanresources@youthworks.net.

Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

If your skills are a fit, you will be contacted by a member of our recruitment/HR team.

To note applications cannot be processed until a completed application form is submitted.