Youthworks Outdoors
27 Nov
Written By Human Resources
Division/Branch: Youthworks,Outdoors
Location: Royal National Park
Job Type: Permanent, Fulltime
Closing Date: As soon as the position is filled
Youthworks is seeking an experienced Christian Outdoor Educator to join our Training Team as a Trainer and Assessor. Youthworks leads the way in professional Christian Outdoor Education. Through the practice of temporary community, our passionate, enthusiastic, and highly skilled team uses 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 and assist in the development of Christian Outdoor Education employees by providing instructional leadership and assessment that enables learning through active engagement in a direct and guided experience.
Your responsibilities
Assist in the training and evaluation of Christian Outdoor Education staff in relation to Certificate III activities
Develop appropriate training resources
Support, challenge and encourage the Christian Outdoor Education trainees and Outdoor Ministry Leaders
Act as a resource and guide for the Christian Outdoor Education Trainees and the Outdoor Ministry Leaders
Lead and instruct a range of activities within the outdoor education program in a professional manner
Monitor and minimise risk through the implementation of Youthworks’ risk management procedures
You will need to demonstrate
Qualifications in Outdoor Leadership (Certificate IV). Specific activity qualifications in the areas of bushwalking, canoeing, and roping, at a minimum
Qualifications (current) in First Aid and Water Rescue
Qualifications in Remote or Wilderness First Aid
Experience in leading best practice outdoor programs
Ability to infuse the Christian ethos into teaching practice
Currently hold qualifications in Training and Assessment
Experience working with children, teenagers, and diverse groups
Demonstrated leadership ability
Experience in a mentoring capacity
Personal Christian faith and willingness to work within an Anglican organisation
What we would really like you to have
Light Rigid Licence
Own transport and a current driver’s licence are essential due to the location of Port Hacking Conference Centres.
