YMCA of the Rockies International Employment
YMCA OF THE ROCKIES INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS:
The YMCA of the Rockies hosts J-1 visa programs at both of our beautiful centers, Snow Mountain Ranch and Estes Park Center. Both centers provide employment opportunities for the following J-1 visa programs: Work/Travel, Camp Counselor and Multinational Leadership Training Program.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Applicants should contact the following individuals for information about employment opportunities, application deadlines and visa sponsors. Please read the descriptions of our international programs below to find out if you qualify.
Estes Park Center J-1 Work/Travel and Camp Counselor contacts:
Estes Park Center Director of International Programs: jaciegdovicak@ymcarockies.org
Click here to access the Estes Park Center online application
Snow Mountain Ranch J-1 Work/Travel and Camp Counselor contacts:
Employee Development Coordinator: Dustin Peterson, dpeterson@ymcarockies.org
Human Resources Director: Nathan Russell, nrussell@ymcarockies.org
Click here to access the Snow Mountain Ranch online application
ATTENTION MULTINATIONAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM APPLICANTS:
The 2008 program will begin on the following dates:
Estes Park Center = April 15, 2008
Snow Mountain Ranch = May 1, 2008
All applicants are expected to arrive on these dates.
Applications for both programs will be accepted from September 1, 2007 to January 15, 2008. It is possible that the positions may be filled before January 15, 2008.
DESCRIPTIONS OF PROGRAMS:
J-1 Work/Travel Program:
· 12 to 16 week program for full-time students
· Must be at least 18 years of age to qualify
· Students are eligible to work in any seasonal position
· Intermediate to Advanced English is required for employment
· Students must provide proof of no criminal record
· 30 days of travel are allowed with J-1 Work/Travel visa after employment ends
· Students may apply with or without the aid of a visa sponsor
· Positions are limited for students who apply directly without a visa sponsor. These placements are sponsored by the ICCP Direct Placement Program. Visit http://www.internationalymca.org/ICCP/SPC%20SYC/SPC_SYC_FORMS.html for more information on the ICCP Direct Placement Program. Returning employees receive priority when hiring for Direct Placement applications.
J-1 Camp Counselor Program:
· 12 to 16 week program for full-time, part-time or nonstudents.
· Must be at least 18 years of age to qualify
· Applicants are only eligible to work in the following positions: camp counselor, lifeguard, craft and design center instructor, recreation attendant.
· Advance English is required for employment
· Applicants must provide proof of no criminal record
· 30 days of travel are allowed with J-1 Camp Counselor visa after employment ends
· Students may apply with or without the aid of a visa sponsor
· Positions are limited for students who apply directly without a visa sponsor. These placements are sponsored by the ICCP Direct Placement Program. Visit http://www.internationalymca.org/ICCP/SPC%20SYC/SPC_SYC_FORMS.html for more information on the ICCP Direct Placement Program. Returning employees receive priority when hiring for Direct Placement applications.
Multinational Leadership Training Program:
Who can be a trainee?
· Applicant must be available for the entire length of the program—12 to18 months
· Must be at least 20 years of age
· Must have Advanced English skills—both written and spoken
· Must have at least two years of experience in the chosen field
What is the purpose of the training program?
· To provide on-the-job training in the chosen field and to provide classroom training in the following areas: the hospitality industry, professional and personal leadership, career preparation, and the YMCA mission.
· To develop new skills and knowledge in the chosen field; the program cannot duplicate participant’s prior experience.
· To involve the participant in the YMCA mission and develop his or her commitment to the core values of caring, honesty, responsibility, respect and faith.
· To encourage cultural exchange between the participant and our employees and guests.
What departments offer the Multinational Leadership Training Program?
· Arts and Culture = Estes Park Center only, 18 months
· Recreation and Programming = Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch; 12 months at Estes Park Center, 18 months at Snow Mountain Ranch
· Guest Services = Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch, 18 months
· Human Resources = Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch, 18 months
· Facility Management/Buildings and Grounds = Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch, 18 months. Driving required for position.
· Food Service Operations = Estes Park Center and Snow Mountain Ranch, 18 months (some Food Service Operations Programs may be 12 months)
What are the fees for the Multinational Leadership Training Program?
The YMCA of the Rockies pays ICCP approximately $1,918.00 per trainee sponsorship. Trainees will reimburse the YMCA of the Rockies a portion of those fees. Below is a breakdown of the fees the YMCA is responsible to pay and the fees the trainee is responsible to pay.
12-MONTH PROGRAM FEES AS OF JUNE 2007
FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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12-MONTH TRAINEE
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YMCA of the ROCKIES
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TRAINEE
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TOTAL PAYMENT TO ICCP
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VISA FEES
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$900.00
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$00.00
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$900.00
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INSURANCE FEES
Based on 2007 rates
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$00.00
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$702.00
(58.50 per month)
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$702.00
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TOTAL
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$900.00
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$702.00
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$1,602.00
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18-MONTH PROGRAM FEES AS OF JUNE 2007
FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
|
18-MONTH TRAINEE
|
YMCA of the ROCKIES
|
TRAINEE
|
TOTAL PAYMENT TO ICCP
|
|
VISA FEES
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$1000.00
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$00.00
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$1,000.00
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|
INSURANCE FEES
Based on 2007 rates
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$00.00
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$1,503.00
(58.50 per month)
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$1,053.00
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TOTAL
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$1,000.00
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$1,503.00
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$2,053.00
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These fees are not application fees and are only required to be paid after the trainee has arrived. All fees will be deducted from the trainee’s paycheck in $50.00 increments until the fees have been paid in full. The Trainee will pay the entire insurance fee and are responsible for any increases. Trainees may choose to pay any portion of the fees upon arrival, but payment upon arrival is not required. If a trainee leaves the program before the fees have been paid in full, he or she will pay the remaining balance upon departure. These fees help fund visa and insurance costs, as well as international programming and classroom training. Trainees may be required to pay additional fees for the classroom training or excursions.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Applicants should contact the following individuals for information about employment opportunities, application deadlines and visa sponsors.
Estes Park Center J-1 Work/Travel and Camp Counselor contacts:
Estes Park Center Human Resources Director: jardito@ymcarockies.org
Click here to access the Estes Park Center online application
Snow Mountain Ranch J-1 Work/Travel and Camp Counselor contacts:
Employee Development Coordinator: Dustin Peterson, dpeterson@ymcarockies.org
Human Resources Director: Nathan Russell, nrussell@ymcarockies.org
Click here to access the Snow Mountain Ranch online application
ATTENTION MULTINATIONAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM APPLICANTS:
The 2008 program will begin on the following dates:
Estes Park Center = April 15, 2008
Snow Mountain Ranch = May 1, 2008
All trainees are expected to arrive on these dates. Applications will be accepted starting September 1, 2007. Please send your application to only one center.
Visa Sponsorship Information:
The YMCA of the Rockies works with a variety of visa sponsors and recruiters to provide employment opportunities for international applicants.
The J-1 Work/Travel programs are sponsored by a variety of visa sponsors. The J-1 Camp Counselor, Direct Placement and Multinational Training programs are sponsored by the International YMCA sponsor ICCP (International Camp Counselor Program).
Visa Responsibility for ICCP Participants:
ICCP’s responsibility is to generate an Exchange Visitor Visa Form (DS-2019), which is sent overseas to the applicant who will then apply for the J-1 Visa at the U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country. Issuances of visas are not guaranteed; therefore, ICCP will accept no responsibility for visa denials. Some countries are more likely than others to deny visas. ICCP will review applications carefully, and if such problems are anticipated, the staff will contact directors prior to processing. ICCP provides written guidance to participants for their visa interview. This is mailed to the applicant along with the Exchange Visitor Visa Form (DS-2019).
Visit the ICCP website for program information: www.ymcaiccp.org
ICCP’s responsibility is to generate an Exchange Visitor Visa Form (DS-2019), which is sent overseas to the applicant who will then apply for the J-1 Visa at the U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country. Issuances of visas are not guaranteed; therefore, ICCP will accept no responsibility for visa denials. Some countries are more likely than others to deny visas. ICCP will review applications carefully, and if such problems are anticipated, the staff will contact directors prior to processing. ICCP provides written guidance to participants for their visa interview. This is mailed to the applicant along with the Exchange Visitor Visa Form (DS-2019).
Visit the ICCP website for program information: www.ymcaiccp.org
Other Visa Sponsors:
The YMCA of the Rockies also uses other J-1 visa sponsors in addition to ICCP. To be sponsored by one of the companies listed below, you must contact them directly for assistance. We cannot guarantee that you will be placed at the YMCA of the Rockies if you use one of these visa sponsors.
CCI = Center for Cultural Interchange
USE = Universal Student Exchange
CCUSA= Camp Counselors USA
Please contact an HR Representative for more information about our international programs.