Challenge Course Facilitator - Philadelphia Outward Bound

Description & Details:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Challenge Course Facilitators are responsible for facilitating and monitoring their groups day program activities including ground games, team initiatives and high ropes course activities.
• Collaborate with other facilitators and Program Coordinators to plan,, facilitate and debrief with participants to meet group goals.
• Promote self-confidence, positive group dynamics, and problem-solving abilities amongst group members through thoughtful progression planning.
• Ensure the physical and emotional health and safety of participants.
• Maintain compliance with Philadelphia Outward Bound Policies and Procedures as well as ACCT industry standards
• Work effectively in a team setting.

REQUIREMENTS

• ACCT Level 1 facilitator certification or equivalent (minimum of 40 hours of challenge course experience).
• Experience working with children.
• Familiarity with the concepts of Challenge By Choice and group dynamics.
• Experience leading cooperative games and challenge course elements.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must attend mandatory program prep (paid at per diem rate) and participate in ongoing staff development workshops and training (paid at training rate).
• Availability from June 1, 2025- August 29th, 2025

ESSENTIAL ELIGIBILITY

• Must procure and pass an FBI Criminal Records Check.
• Must obtain Criminal and Child Abuse clearances for Pennsylvania.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Ability to carry, lift, and move a 40 lb ladder.
• Able to comfortably work at heights of 30-40 feet.
• Irregular work hours as necessary including the ability to work Saturday programs.

CERTIFICATIONS

• First Aid/CPR/AED (or higher) certification required or this can be completed upon hire.