Youth Cycle Project Program Director

www.youthcycleproject.org

Youth Cycle Project is a non-profit organization that focuses on teaching riding skills to young riders to instill safe and healthy habits that allow riders of all ages to enjoy the freedom of riding a bike. We also focus on team-building skills by encouraging and askinghelp from peers and others.

We are in search of an adult who can commit to coaching our summer camps. Weekly day camps run from 9 am to 3 pm and typically accommodate 8 campers. Depending on the camp’s listed difficulty level, the terrain consists of beginner to advanced single-track riding at a variety of local riding locations such as Bradbury Mountain and Blackstrap Preserve. In addition to riding and coaching there are daily administrative duties such as camper registration and schedule management. As this is a day camp position the organization does not provide housing.

Suitable candidates are required to have experience working with children and their parents such as in a daycare, camp counseling, or teaching environment. Outdoor experience is necessary to be successful in this position, as some of the camps are entirely outdoors, weather permitting for safe riding. Light rain can and will still be ridden in, thunder and lightning will not.

No prior mountain bike coaching experience is required due to our younger support staff who have spent multiple years within our program. Any individuals interested must have experience riding mountain bikes, preferably 3 or more years. We don’t require candidates to be highly skilled mountain bikers, but they do need to be able to navigate some blue and black-rated trails. Our camps encourage riders to dismount on features which they feel they are not ready to ride and this applies to coaching staff as well!

Any interested candidates should reach out to info@youthcycleproject.com with a resume of relevant information. Upon making contact, an interview and ride with one of our staff will be scheduled to evaluate riding skills.

​Requirements

1. Background check.

2. Teaching, daycare, summer camp, or similar leadership with children experience.

3. Outdoor problem-solving experience, such as aiding riders with mechanical failures away from base camp.

4. Experience with single-track and technical mountain bike riding.

5. Moderate physical fitness level as you will be out on the bike for up to 5 hours daily.

6. Appropriate and enthusiastic demeanor and attitude for riding with young riders.

7. Excellent relationship management skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse groups.

9. Proficiency in budgeting and administrative responsibilities associated with program oversight.

10. Knowledge of behavioral health principles as they relate to youth development is advantageous.

Duties

• Supervise and manage a team of staff members dedicated to youth programs, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate youth programs that cater to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Foster strong relationships with participants, families, and community partners to enhance program effectiveness and outreach.
• Oversee budgeting and administrative tasks related to program management, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess program needs and identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Maintain compliance with relevant regulations and best practices in behavioral health and social work.
• Conduct training sessions for staff on best practices in working with youth, particularly those with special needs.

This role is ideal for a dedicated professional looking to make a significant impact on the lives of young individuals while leading a passionate team committed to excellence in service delivery.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $550.00 - $750.00 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hallowell, ME 04347 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hallowell, ME 04347: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $550 - $750