Overview
Gap Program Facilitator
YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park, Colorado
Help Young Adults Discover What’s Possible
YMCA of the Rockies is seeking a Gap Program Facilitator to mentor and guide young adults ages 18–23 in a season of personal growth, outdoor adventure, community living, and meaningful work.
As a facilitator, you’ll lead participants through experiences that challenge them physically, emotionally, and socially while helping them build confidence, resilience, independence, and lifelong connections.
What You’ll Do
Lead hikes, backpacking trips, camping excursions, and outdoor adventures
Facilitate weekly program days focused on growth, reflection, service, and community
Mentor participants through challenges, transitions, and personal goals
Foster a supportive and inclusive community where participants feel seen, valued, and connected
Coordinate trip logistics, equipment, transportation, and safety planning
Serve as a positive role model while helping participants navigate work, housing, and community life
What We’re Looking For
You thrive in the outdoors, connect naturally with people, and understand that growth often happens outside of a person’s comfort zone.
Ideal candidates will have:
Experience in outdoor education, recreation, guiding, camping, or youth development
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
The ability to mentor and support young adults
Sound judgment in dynamic and sometimes challenging situations
A passion for adventure, community, and helping others grow
The Setting
Your workplace will include:
Mountain trails
Campfires
Backpacking trips
Meaningful conversations
Opportunities to make a lasting impact on young adults during a pivotal season of life. All at the YMCA of the Rockies!
Why This Role Matters
The Gap Program exists to help young adults develop confidence, community, and direction as they prepare for the future.
As a facilitator, you’ll play a direct role in shaping experiences that inspire growth, build resilience, and create lasting memories.
If you’re passionate about outdoor leadership, mentorship, and helping others discover their potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Join YMCA of the Rockies and help create experiences that change lives.
About YMCA of the Rockies
At YMCA of the Rockies, we believe nature has room for everyone—and so do we. From different backgrounds and abilities to different reasons for coming, each person adds something unique to our community. This is a place where you can be yourself, connect deeply, and grow together, naturally. As the largest YMCA camp and conference center in the world, YMCA of the Rockies serves over 210,000 people/year.
