Summer - Adventure Lead

OVERVIEW:The objective of the Adventure Lead is to plan and implement a safe program to teach campers the basics of all things adventure, including but not limited to: hiking, outdoor adventure, team building, low ropes activities, and high ropes activities. The Adventure Lead will choose the appropriate equipment for each camper, maintain a clean course and a high standard of safety, and will create and establish an engaging interactive space that encourages creativity, investigation, and learning, to establish and administer a safe, enjoyable PENSATION:Weekly salary starts at $385Room and board includedDUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:Plan, organize, and lead interesting and meaningful programs for all campers and staff that are in line with the program goalsProvide opportunities for campers to learn about and increase their knowledge in the challenge course, outdoor adventure, and the natural world.Work alongside counselors and other program staff to teach new games and songsActively participate in all evening programsAssist with leading camp songs and participate in all evening campfires as directedResponsible for overseeing the cleanliness and neatness of all adventure program areas by maintaining good organization of program supplies and ensuring that materials are handled and stored properlyMaintain good organization of program supplies and ensure that materials are not wasted or misused and returned when borrowedResponsible for preparing adventure program areas prior to the program start time (electives, AIR time, free time areas, etc.)Conduct inventory prior to the first day of camp: maintain inventory for equipment and supply needs, turn in requests to Assistant Program Director(s)Conduct an inventory at the close of camp: provide camp administration with a list of equipment to assist in purchasing supplies for the following summerMaintain a high standard of safety, developing rules for conduct in assigned program areaConduct a daily check of equipment in program areas, as needed, checking for safety and equipment to be in good repairReport pre-use inspectionsKeep records of participants' progress; helping them progress from beginner to advanced levelsSupervise free time activity areas, such as zipline, slingshot, pool, nature walks, etc. as assignedEvaluate the current summer program area and make suggestions for the following summerAssist with the opening and closing day procedures as requested by Assistant Camp DirectorAssume responsibility for supervision and instruction for Salvation Army Programs (badge classes and Musicart classes) as assigned by the program scheduleSafely facilitate low rope activities for older Discovery Camp units utilizing Camp Redwood Glen's team-building valuesAssist OAC Staff in safely facilitating high and low rope courses for OAC teenagers, while utilizing Camp Redwood Glen's team-building valuesAssist in keeping the low and high rope courses clear of debris, branches, poison oak, and other potential hazards. Fill out Adventure Course maintenance forms for needed repairs and alert Assistant Camp Director or OAC DirectorBe available to lead sunrise hikes as needed in support of the camp scheduleUtilize the outdoors and the ropes course as a program resource for Program Staff and Cabin LeadersReport general property maintenance issues to the Facilities Manager or Maintenance Crew ChiefSpend time with, befriend, and interact with all Cabin Leaders and campers to foster a quality camping experience in accordance with the stated goals of The Salvation Army's camping programActively participate in the spiritual formation of campers and staffBe an appropriate and effective example for both campers and staff members, exhibiting Christ-like conduct, concern, and serviceReport any suspected child abuse issues to the Assistant Camp Director immediately and take necessary actions to report it properlyAny other duties as assigned by your supervisorAll staff may be called upon at any time to assist in the total operation of the camp. You are expected to join in all evening programs; absences are excused only through the Assistant Camp Director.QUALIFICATIONS:Must be at least 18 years of age.Must have interest, knowledge, and skills in outdoor adventure and team building.Must understand the importance of enforcing safety guidelines with all participants.Must be of good health and have the ability to take campers and staff on hikes throughout the area.Must have the ability to teach others, particularly young children (8-18 years old).Experience working on challenge courses and facilitating team-building events.C.C.T. Lvl 2 Practitioner Certification or equivalent preferred.Must have current CPRFirst AidAED certification.Preferred certification in Lifeguarding but not required.Must be of good moral character.Must have a personal and growing relationship with the Lord.Preferred previous camping experience either as a camper or as a staff member.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push and pull objects and tools. Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:This job description should also identify the essential functions of the job, including any physical, cognitive, visual, auditory, and other abilities essential to fulfilling the job.ADA Statement:Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.At-Will:Any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at-will" nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization. Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected VeteransIndividuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Created: 2025-02-24