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RockRidge Canyon A Young Life of Canada property

Princeton, British Columbia, Canada

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Our selection process will begin immediately, however, we will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Thank you for your interest in working with Young Life and RockRidge Canyon.

 


Job Description

Job Title:  Leadership Coordinator

Reports to:  Guest Services Manager

Department:  Guest Services, RockRidge Canyon

Work Location:  Princeton BC

Type of Work: Full-Time

Note: This is one position, but could be filled by two individuals, such as a married couple.

Work Location: Princeton, BC

Position Purpose

RockRidge Canyon is a Young Life of Canada property in Princeton, British Columbia, owned and operated by Young Life for the purpose of reaching teenagers with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It also functions as a Christian conference and retreat centre when not being used by Young Life.

RockRidge Canyon is committed to providing “intentional hospitality” to our guests. This means working to consistently exceed the expectations of our guests in quality of service, facilities, and overall experience.

RockRidge Canyon’s Intern and CREW programs provide a four-month service opportunity to a group of 21 young people throughout the year. Interns and CREW serve in key leadership positions overseeing our camp activities, ensuring that our teenage guests have the best week of their lives! Reporting to the Guest Services Manager, the Summer Intern Coordinator partners with the property staff team to train, mentor and develop these young Christian leaders.

In addition to working alongside the Interns and encouraging their professional development, the Coordinator plans and participates in community building events and activities for the Interns, which support and enhance their service experience.

Most importantly, the Coordinator creates and leads a four-month development program to foster spiritual, professional, social and personal development, equipping them to serve at RockRidge Canyon, Young Life, and the Kingdom.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Spiritual Leadership
  • Provide spiritual leadership to Interns.
  • Model Christ in word, deed and actions.
  • Model and promote Young Life’s mission and values. Represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community.
  • Pray for kids, Young Life volunteers, and fellow Young Life staff. Ensure that all ministry at RockRidge Canyon is designed and carried out with a dependence on prayer that flows from a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Intern and CREW Program Responsibilities

As a spiritual leader, you will help mold and shape future leaders through your actions, demonstrating servant leadership and mentoring volunteers toward deeper faith and leadership.

Spiritual Development
  • Lead a weekly Bible study for all Interns using study materials that provide opportunities for solid spiritual growth.
  • Participate in leading morning devotions during the rental season (i.e., May and June).
  • Provide mentorship that equips Interns to lead their small groups in the summer (i.e., July and August).
  • Check in with individual Interns regularly to encourage, mentor and stay informed as they grow in their spiritual lives.
Personal Development
  • Meet with individual Interns regularly to direct, coach, and mentor as they progress through the program.
  • Monitor the sense of community within the group and provide guidance regarding interpersonal relationships, navigating conflict and stewardship.
Social Development
  • Assist in planning and participate in community building events and activities for the Interns.
  • Participate as able in group activities such as river rafting, rock climbing, movies, sports and camping trips, bonfires, soccer games, jam sessions, etc.
Professional Development:
  • Work alongside Department Supervisors to monitor Interns’ work ethic, productivity and quality.
  • Support Department Supervisors to provide a letter of reference for future employment.
  • Support Vice President, Property Manager to provide an exit interview to encourage further development or refine objectives.
  • Make recommendations regarding suitability as a future Young Life staff member.
Team Duties and Responsibilities

While most of your time will be spent mentoring Interns, you may be asked to assist in various roles serving alongside Interns during peak times.

  • Model open communication and work collaboratively with the property staff team and the Young Life staff team in support of Young Life’s mission, core values and strategic plan.
  • Engage with and foster healthy relationships with the property staff team.
  • Attend devotionals and staff meetings as required.
  • Nourish a truthful, accountable, forgiving, joyful, and healthy work culture.

General Expectations

Young Life is a relational ministry. Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff. Responding to the unexpected needs of our guests in a prompt and professional manner is important and required.

  • Maintain a positive attitude and a friendly, professional manner to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Observe and report unsafe work conditions to the relevant manager.
  • Reply to radio calls professionally and respond to requests quickly and efficiently.
  • Operate property vehicles safely; respect all signage, including speed limits and parking.

Qualifications

Spiritual
  • Demonstrated spiritual leadership experience.
  • Personal knowledge and experience of the saving work of Jesus Christ, pursuing personal spiritual growth and involved in a local church.
  • Agreement with Young Life’s Statement of Faith. Abide by Young Life’s Codes of Conduct.
Education and Experience
  • High School Diploma. University degree preferred. Professional work experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience. Previous guest service experience and work in a camp setting are strong assets. Experience in Young Life or other youth ministry is preferred.
  • Knowledge of the not-for-profit sector and/or experience in a Christian organization are assets.
Skills and Abilities
  • An effective leader and trainer of volunteers. An effective supervisor and leader of teams.
  • LOVE developing people. Demonstrated experience coaching and training teams.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills enable you to thrive in this relational ministry environment and develop effective and trusting relationships.
  • Take instruction and work independently, which enables you to patiently manage conflicting priorities, effectively plan your work, and complete the myriad tasks required in this role, while keeping a clear head.
  • Detail oriented, enjoy a fast-paced environment, flexible and able to multi-task. Demonstrate a methodical and logical approach to problem solving.
Other requirements
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada.
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract required.
  • Current clean criminal record check, including vulnerable sector search required as a condition of employment.
  • Able to work a flexible schedule according to seasonal operating requirements.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of people in this position. Duties and responsibilities that do not constitute a major change may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of the supervisor either orally or in writing.