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Algonquin Park Wilderness Canoe Guide Jobs in Kingston, ON at Voyageur Quest
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is available to stay between trips or commutes. Staff and extended family discounts are available, as are2024 ALGONQUIN PARK CANOE TRIP GUIDE
Position: Algonquin Park Canoe Trip Guide
Contracts: Available from May to October
Type: Part-time, Full-time,or occasional
Terms: Per diem wage plus tips, Lakeside accommodation,and more(see below)
Organization: Voyageur Quest
Location: based out of Algonquin Park Access Pt #1, east of South River, Ontario
Voyageur Questis looking for canoe guides to work 3 and 5-day canoe trips at the northwest corner of Algonquin Park for our 2024 spring/summer and/or fall season. In addition to having an exceptional canoe-tripping background, applicants should have strong leadership skills and be comfortable speaking about Algonquin flora, fauna, night sky, and local culture in front of an adult commercial and family market. Solid interpretative and program skills are essential. Our guides love to teach our guests about the wonders of Algonquin Park. Warmth and hospitality skills are essential.
Other Responsibilities include:
packing-in and out trip food and group gear (cleaning and reporting repairs)
inspiring, facilitating, teaching, leading and supervising our guests to ensure safety and wellbeing
Risk management
Administration trip reporting where applicable
Applicants should have the following certifications:
Wilderness First Responder (80hrs), Wilderness Advanced First Aid (WAFA 40 hrs), Red Cross Wilderness First Aid or equivalent
Swimming Certification – Bronze Cross/NL or Swift Water Rescue
Canoe Tripping – ORCKA or Paddle Canada certifications – ideally Orcka CT 3 – our training can provide this for those eligible
All Canoe Guides must have:
– Strong leadership experience in a wilderness environment
– Exceptionally strong canoe-tripping background preferably in a commercial setting
– Clear and satisfactory criminal record background check
– Driver’s license is an asset
– a personal paddle, PFD, and tent for tripping
– comprehensive wilderness first aid kit
Contracts available from:
-May to the beginning of September or
– May to mid-October or
– August to Fall
– full-time, part-time, or occasional basis.
– training in mid-May
Salary:
From $180 to $250 per day (as per ESA and commensurate with certifications and experience) PLUS tips
Other:
Lakeside shared cabin accommodation is available to stay between trips or commutes. Staff and extended family discounts are available, as are training supports.
Interested candidates should fax or e-mail a résumé AND cover letter ASAP to Eva. We thank you in advance for your interest and applications. Unfortuantely, we are only able to personally respond to those that are selected for interviews.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 2-5 months
Pay: $180.00-$250.00 per day
Benefits:
Discounted or free food
Flexible schedule
On-site parking
Flexible Language Requirement:
French not required
Supplemental pay types:
Tips
Application question(s):
Have you paddled in Algonquin Park? Tell us about your canoe-tripping experience in general.
Have you been certified in wilderness first aid, swimming, and canoeing? Please list which ones.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Title: Algonquin Park Wilderness Canoe Guide
Company: Voyageur Quest
Location: Kingston, ON
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