Description
Gap Program Facilitator – Elevate (Spring 2026)
YMCA of the Rockies – Estes Park Center | Feb 16 – June 12, 2026
Are you passionate about helping young adults grow in confidence, character, and life skills—while living in one of the most breathtaking places in the country?
Join the YMCA of the Rockies as a Gap Program Facilitator for our Elevate Spring 2026 Semester and become part of an inspiring, mission-driven community.
Why You’ll Love This Role
As a Gap Program Facilitator, you’ll guide a tight-knit group of young adults through a transformative semester of personal growth, outdoor adventure, and intentional community living. You’ll be a mentor, leader, curriculum facilitator, and steady example for participants navigating adulthood and workplace challenges.
You’ll work alongside passionate staff from around the world while helping shape a program that impacts more than 150,000 guests annually—and changes lives every single season.
What You’ll Do
Lead and mentor participants through the Elevate Gap Program
Build a strong, supportive community and foster life & work skill development
Facilitate curriculum sessions, group meetings, and outdoor adventures
Conduct weekly check-ins, evaluate progress, and communicate with leadership
Help recruit, interview, and onboard future participants
Support a healthy, inclusive, mission-aligned housing environment
Model professionalism, boundaries, and YMCA core values at all times
Occasionally drive participants in a 14-passenger mini-bus on mountain roads
Jump in to support other departments when needed — teamwork makes us stronger!
What We’re Looking For
21+ years old
Passion for youth development, mentorship, and community building
High emotional maturity, excellent boundaries, and calm under pressure
Comfortable engaging in regular outdoor physical activity
CPR/WFA certified (or willing to obtain)
Strong communicator, problem solver, and relationship builder
Able to work flexible hours, including evenings/weekends/holidays
Valid driver’s license + good driving record
Bonus: Bilingual English/Spanish
Our Culture & Mission
We are committed to putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
We welcome and value diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism, and we rely on our staff to help create life-changing experiences for our guests and each other.
Physical Requirements
Comfortable hiking up to 10 miles on uneven terrain
Able to lift and move up to 60 lbs
Ready to work in a lively, high-energy environment
Ready to Elevate your next season of life?
If you want a role where your leadership matters—and where every day brings the chance to grow, mentor, adventure, and serve—we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and spend Spring 2026 making a difference in the mountains.
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