Company Mission

Muskoka Woods is a Christian youth development organization that welcomes everyone to an experience for a lifetime. We are located on the shores of beautiful Lake Rosseau and specialize in summer camp, school trips, group retreats and leadership development for all ages. We exist to inspire youth to shape their world.

Job Description

From September to June, the Schools & Groups program and the Leadership Studio provide life-changing experiences for youth and adults. Throughout the year Muskoka Woods serves more than 25,000 students in grades 6 to 12, numerous corporate groups, and a variety of church retreats.

The primary role of the Maintenance CORE is to contribute to the maintenance and care of all accommodations, meeting areas, public spaces and grounds. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: mowing and trimming grass, sweeping, collecting garbage, moving firewood, moving equipment, snow removal, and assisting the full time maintenance staff where needed. Maintenance CORE move into a supervisory position in the summer months including training, coaching and performance review of our young seasonal staff.

The Maintenance CORE also sit on the larger CORE team that champions the ministry to our staff and leads community life here at Muskoka Woods. The CORE team are responsible to plan and participate in social events and community initiatives, come along side staff when needed in work and life, and are responsible to contribute to the overall training of staff in our Staff Development Weeks that are held throughout the year. CORE staff are also required to lead a staff small group and contribute to our One to One staff mentoring program.

Staff are required to attend all meetings as outlined during staff training including Cadence and Small Group.

**Please note: All positions are required to work in other areas including program, washing dishes, housekeeping, grounds keeping and snow removal, and office coverage.

Skills and Attributes Required

Muskoka Woods is looking for staff whose personal values match the MW Core Values which includes having a passion for working with children and youth.

Maintenance CORE applicants must have leadership experience, a customer service mindset, be attentive to detail, be a team player, take initiative, and have a strong work ethic. Applicants must also have the desire to work with young staff during the summer months and to create a positive, encouraging and fun atmosphere. All CORE applicants must also have a passion for community be personable, approachable, and friendly and have a desire to come alongside people and journey through life with individuals. A valid drivers license is required.

Salary Range

$300.00 /week plus room and board

Contract Date

September 1, 2024 - August 29 2025

This is a 1 year contract

Please note that employees hired into this position are required to take unpaid time off from December 7th, 2024 to January 2nd, 2025. Please contact staff@muskokawoods.com for more details.

Essential Functions

• Have physical strength & ability to lift/move small and large objects (ie. vacuum cleaner, garbage bags, boxes, and inventory)
• Possess the ability to work for 7- 9 hours at a time
• Ability to participate in work projects – lifting and carrying between 10 – 30 lbs
• Be able to stoop, bend, and crouch
• Have the ability to communicate well with staff and guests

Additional Notes

• All staff are required to uphold the Muskoka Woods Vision and Mission, Core Values and Aspirations, as well as all policy and procedures as outlined during our Staff Development Week held at the beginning of your contract.
• All Counsellors stay in a cabin with our guests. All other staff stay in shared staff accommodation.

Apply now via Muskoka Woods' online application process. You'll need to create an account (or use a previously created one) and apply online.