Outdoor Guide (Per-Diem)

The Outdoor Guide is a part of the R&R Team and leads activities such as kayaking, standup paddle boarding, hiking, and walking.

This role is responsible for delivering safe, instructional, and mindful outdoor activities at Kripalu. The Outdoor Guide upholds a culture of inclusivity, mutual support, growth and learning while ensuring a superior guest experience. 

The ideal candidate should be personable, considerate, and engaging in a culturally diverse population. We are looking for someone who loves nature, outdoor adventure and thrives in the wilderness. The candidate must have problem-solving skills and be able to manage emergencies or stressful situations at any given time. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills are essential.

Please note: Must be able to swim in the event of a capsized boat.

SCHEDULE

2-10 hours per week. This is a seasonal position that tends to start in March of each year.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads groups and individuals with varying degrees of ability.
• Responsible for the safety and supervision of group participants.
• Helps to create a mindful outdoor experience for guests.
• Respects and maintains natural resources
• Provides a superior level of customer service to all Kripalu guests and creating positive relations
• Instructs and demonstrates related skills and techniques
• Manages risk and responds to emergencies when necessary
• Responsible for the inventory and general maintenance of outdoor equipment: load, unload, manage and care for equipment and gear.
• Helps to facilitate Kripalu’ s boat loan program at the lakefront.
• Other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrates commitment to valuing equity, diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.
• Possesses strong core ethics, integrity, and values consistent with Kripalu’s organizational principles.
• Defaults to a collaborative style with colleagues, this is an expected behavior in our work culture.
• Builds effective relationships, identifies internal and external customer expectations, sees issues from their point of view; offers practical, mutually beneficial recommendations, solutions, and ideas.
• Willingness and ability to be agile in work, supporting across own department as well as across the organization as needed.
• Actively cultivates a sense of fun, joy and optimism in yourself, your team and with your peers. This is a key aspect of your role at Kripalu.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform required job elements to established standards, remaining current regarding development and trends in areas of expertise.
• Embraces experiences as learning opportunities.
• Accepts responsibility for personal and professional learning and growth.
• Models the values of Kripalu including service, presence, inquiry, compassion, practice, and integrity.

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in leading outdoor activities and/or fitness pursuits.
• Must be a strong swimmer.
• Ability to hike several hours per day on uneven terrain for a minimum of four miles per day in all weather conditions. Must be able to complete this at a pace that ensures they are able to complete the activity within the allotted time (generally 3 miles in 90 minutes).
• Must also be able to lift and carry 35 pounds to assist with gear/boat transport.
• Must be in a physical/mental state to respond quickly to changing circumstances with the aim or guest safety and satisfaction.
• Currently or willing to become CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard certified.

BENEFITS (Start Day One of Employment)

• Free Meals in the Kripalu Dining Hall
• Discounted Purchases in the Kripalu Shop and Healing Arts Services
• Paid Sick Leave

Please note that Kripalu does not provide housing facilities for its staff members. Employees are responsible for arranging their own accommodations while working at the organization.