Description
Tim Hortons Foundation Camps help youth from underserved communities achieve their full potential through multi-year, overnight camp experiences. Whether at camp or back home in their communities between visits—our youth work to build social, emotional, leadership and innovation skills and behaviours like volunteerism and motivation to learn so they become civically and academically engaged, and successfully transition to adulthood.Â
At Tims Camps, we are catalysts for good—helping our youth participants and teammates be the best they can be, developing personal and career growth. We empower young people with skills to open doors to their future. That is our North Star and, together, we help shape leaders that build stronger communities.Â
We're looking for a…Â
Challenge Course FacilitatorÂ
Job SummaryÂ
Challenge Course Facilitators are members of the Facilitators team. They are responsible for delivering quality programming to campers, while leading challenge course activities including low rope, high rope and indoor climbing wall programming. Challenge Course Facilitators are responsible for creating an inclusive and supportive environment where campers are enabled to develop tangible skills set out in the Tims Camps Programs framework. This is done through briefing, leading and debriefing activities to draw out understanding and self-awareness. Challenge Course Facilitators read the abilities of their group and adjust activities based on the readiness of the group. They are responsible for assessing and managing risk and ensuring THFC program and wellness standards are followed. This role requires maintenance of gear and spaces, regular inventorying, and accountability for space.  Â
Work LocationÂ
This role will be based onsite at Camp des Voyageurs Tim Horton in Quyon, QC.Â
*Note: we are looking for French speaking candidates for this locationÂ
Contract Length Â
June 9, 2025 – August 15, 2025Â
What would you be doing?Â
- Establish relationships with youth, aged 11-17, that reflect respect, trust and empathyÂ
- Oversee the adventure program area, including maintenance of equipment and proper supervision of staff and campersÂ
- Lead the successful execution and delivery of the low ropes/challenge course/indoor climbing program to staff and campersÂ
- Deliver high-quality, intentional programming designed to meet specific outcomes and develop positive skillsÂ
- Encourage camper development through their own processing and readiness, and recognize their achievementsÂ
- Inspire young people to discover their strengths, challenge limits, and build resilience and leadership capacity in a safe and supportive environmentÂ
- Provide leadership and guidance to other staff, modeling inclusivity and mentorshipÂ
- Use respectful, positive behavior management techniquesÂ
- Model healthy choices and emotional maturityÂ
- Facilitate high quality programming for campers focusing on experiential learning, skill development, participation, and reflectionÂ
- Identify, assess, and appropriately manage and respond to risks, ensuring a constant duty of care and the safety of our participants, guests and staff at all timesÂ
- Provide mentorship, knowledge, and skill transfer to other staffÂ
- Work with program staff to ensure program area and equipment are organized, fully stocked, and in good repairÂ
- Contribute to a friendly and supportive environment which encourages campers to work through challenges, try new things, and celebrate differencesÂ
- Coordinate, develop and execute programs in accordance with THFC and accrediting body standardsÂ
- Contribute positively to the camp team and cultureÂ
- Support the delivery of staff training, as requiredÂ
- Deliver programs in accordance with Tim Camps and accrediting body standardsÂ
- Be challenged physically and emotionally as you live in an overnight camp for 8-day sessions, with 3 days of break in betweenÂ
- Learn that the challenge is also rewarding, and will experience personal growth alongside the campers your are supportingÂ
- Support the other members of the Facilitators team when neededÂ
Does this sound like you?Â
- Are experienced at working with youth aged 11 – 17Â
- Fluent in French (required)Â
- Experienced facilitator. Demonstrates ability to adapt facilitation style based on individual or group needsÂ
- Experience facilitating high ropes programs (considered an asset for certain locations)Â
- Skilled in positive behavior managementÂ
- Equipped with good judgment and decision making skills; know when to bring in key team members as it relates to escalated concernsÂ
- Required technical certifications are based on assigned program areas and are outlined in the Program Standards Â
- Able to live on-site for an extended period of time and work flexible hoursÂ
- Able to provide a clear criminal background checkÂ
- Certified in Standard First Aid + CPR (adult, child, infant) with AED, and Level 2 High Ropes Certification from any ACCT Accredited Vendor Member, or are willing to obtainÂ
- Experienced in high ropes course and equipment instructionÂ
Benefits of working with usÂ
- Accommodation and meals are included for the duration of the contractÂ
- Bonus when you refer employeesÂ
- Contract completion bonusÂ
- Bonus for staff working on our French-speaking siteÂ
- Have a positive impact on the lives of young peopleÂ
- Opportunity to build lasting friendships with other staffÂ
To learn more about the impact of the experience you will take part in, watch this short videoÂ
Commitment to Equity, Diversity & InclusionÂ
Tim Hortons® Foundation Camps (THFC) is committed to a fair and inclusive work environment, and seek talent with diversity of life experiences and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected grounds and will not discriminate on these bases.Â
If you have special accessibility requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us at [email protected] and a member of our HR team will get back to you. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.Â
Land AcknowledgementÂ
In the spirit of friendship and solidarity, Camp des Voyageurs Tim Horton pays homage to the First People of these lands. Being on traditional unceded territories of the Anishinaabe Nation, we honor our relationships with each other.Â