Job Posting: Program Guide/Outdoor Specialist
April 04, 2007
Job Posting: Program Guide/Outdoor Specialist
Description
Starr Commonwealth seeks a highly qualified outdoor specialist to provide leadership in facilitation of adventure-based activities for the students enrolled in the Montcalm Outdoor Challenge Program located in Albion, MI. As part of the treatment team, the outdoor specialist will travel on each wilderness trek to ensure the safety for the kids, facilitate outdoor learning opportunities, and assist with trip logistics. The outdoor specialist’s schedule will be five work days on for trips and then nine days off until preparing for the next trip, as well as, additional group coverage when needed.
Applicants must exhibit a strong commitment to a personal value system of helping kids. The outdoor specialist must be comfortable outdoors in all weather conditions and know how to safely prepare the youth in the program for the weather conditions. The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage unexpected situations and demonstrate exceptional problem solving skills.
The Montcalm Outdoor Challenge Program, located on the Starr Commonwealth campus, is a 60-day; fixed-base outdoor therapeutic experience for children ages 12-17. For more information on the Montcalm Outdoor Challenge Program and other Starr Commonwealth programs and services, visit the website http://www.starr.org/.
Responsibilities
This position is primarily responsible for care and supervision of the youth in the program while away from the fixed-base camp on wilderness trips. The outdoor specialist will facilitate a variety of adventure based activities while guiding the youth through multi-day wilderness experiences. Completes all paperwork in a timely and accurate manner and conducts all program activities in a safe and therapeutically efficient manner.
Desired Qualifications
§ Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or related area
§ Ability to build positive relationships with youth and staff
§ Valid drivers license
§ Experience with multi-day wilderness trips with youth
§ First Aid and CPR certification and Lifeguard certified
§ Experience in facilitating experiential outdoor activities
Benefits Starr Commonwealth provides a competitive salary within the youth services industry along with a desirable benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement, and tuition reimbursement. All Starr Commonwealth employees have free access to the Towsley Center for Recreation which houses an Olympic size pool, basketball courts, fitness center, and racquetball courts.
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To apply please send cover letter and resume to:
Starr Commonwealth: Michigan
Attn: Dennis Eddy, Recruitment Coordinator
13725 Starr Commonwealth Road
Albion, MI 49224
E-mail: eddyd@starr.org
Fax: 517-629-7775
Phone: (800) 837-5591 ext. 459
Download application: www.starr.org
Starr Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer
posted by Jay @ 4/04/2007,
