Challenge Course Facilitator

Description:

Would you like to make a positive impact on the lives of Girl Scouts and members of outside groups that want to build teamwork, trust and confidence in themselves? Come and join our team and have some fun this summer! We’re currently hiring Challenge Course Facilitators for our Camp Crossed Arrows in Nickerson, Nebraska.

This seasonal position will build your resumes, learn important life skills, become more confident, and gain experience in teamwork and critical thinking in a unique, outdoor setting.

Challenge Course facilitators work varied schedules that can include days, evenings or weekends to facilitate the Challenge Courses at Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska camps.

Key Accountabilities

· Daily opening and closing of the course, including inspection of the course and equipment

· Conduct a safety orientation, including reviewing rules and techniques with the group

· Facilitate the challenge course (must be comfortable at heights)

· Properly instruct, demonstrate, and safely guide guests through the course

· Report any physical concerns of the course to the Challenge Course Manager immediately

· Report incidents to the Challenge Course Manager and complete accident reports immediately

· Fit guests in harnesses and helmets

· Inspect equipment and fill out rope logs daily

· Attend required meetings and trainings

· Perform other responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

· Applicants must be at least 18 years of age

· Must pass a criminal background check

· Must have transportation to and from camp location

· Must be willing and able to work in an outdoor setting

· Prior experience is a plus but not required

Benefits

· Build your resume

· Make an impact

· Dynamic work environment

· Seasonal position that works well with school schedule

· Weekend availability in the spring and fall

· Level 1 Challenge Course Training provided

· Archery training and ability to practice skills

· Work outdoors at our beautiful camps

· Flexible scheduling

Requirements:

Physical Requirements

· Raising arms above head 80%

· Standing 95%

· Bending 75%

· Lifting 75%

· Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Work Schedule

· Work seasonally from late May through mid-August

· Weekend hours available in Spring and Fall

· Sign up for own shifts, days and/or times can be flexible