Position Information
Posted
Jun 18, 2024
Closes
Jul 18, 2024
Description
Duties:
We are hiring for full-time staff with the option to live on site (perfect for a gap year or newly graduated student) and ALSO part-time staff to work on weekends or days off of class. We are 18 minutes drive from JMU.
You'd lead activities in caving, canoeing, archery, field games, environmental classes and evening programming; facilitates high and low rope courses. Inspect equipment throughout use to ensure it meets safety standards. Support clients in all aspects. Help clients establish and achieve goals for their experience. Promote a safe environment where individuals will feel comfortable challenging themselves. Responsible for adaptive thinking and problem solving when working with clients. Paid training, meals provided during programming, live the camp life.
Requirements:
- 1-year outdoor recreation experience or camp counselor preferred.
- Experience working with children (formally or informally).
- Must have experience or comfort with outdoor education, recreation activity, and adventure skills (climbing, paddling, hiking, etc.).
- Must be 18 and have High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred 21 with good driving record and ability to drive a 15-passenger van (training provided).
- Successful completion of a criminal background check.
How to apply:
https://endlesshorizonsva.com/joinolc/Additional Information:
Please use our form on the website to apply. If you do not have a resume, you may make initial contact via text, email or phone, however we will want to know your work history and references before hiring.
Salary
$90 - $120 daily rate
Hours per week
40
Specific hours
Varies widely based on client needs.
Duration of position
August 26 - mid-November
Employer Information
Contact
Kelli Hertzler
Phone
540-246-3436
Email
hertzlerk@horizonsva.com
Website
https://www.horizonsoutdoorlearningcenter.com/
Address
3586 Horizons Way, Harrisonburg, VA, 22802
