ADVENTURE EDUCATION FACILITATOR

HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR PARK DISTRICT•Olympia Fields, IL

4d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: To safely lead groups through adventure experiences and facilitate discussions related to such activities. The H-F Park District’s mission statement is “to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities and parks while caring for the environment”.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate effectively with groups of students and adults.
Basic understanding of Experiential Education.
Participation in Irons Oaks training or past experience.
Participation in Irons Oaks trainings.
Attend staff meetings.
AED and CPR certification
STANDING: Frequently
WALKING: Frequently
LIFTING: Frequently: under 50lbs. 75lbs with assistance.
STOOPING: Frequently
VERBAL: Proficient to communicate instructions and guidelines to groups of all sizes
VISION: Safety, write and read English
Will be exposed to all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors Degree (preferred).

Responsibilities

Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service.
Safely lead groups through Teams, Ropes, or Climbing Tower programs.
Coordinate daily schedules with fellow facilitators and Irons Oaks naturalists.
Interact with group leaders and chaperones in a professional manner.
Abide by and enforce policies listed in Teams & High Ropes Manuals.
Must follow the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District policies and procedures.
Report to supervisor any safety concerns noticed in parks and facilities.
Assist with site stewardship initiatives.
Assist with special events.
Collect waivers as necessary.
Enforce our LNT Pack In/Pack Out Policy.
Responsible for activity clean-up after group use.
Other related job duties as assigned.

Benefits

Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
Individual Lions pool pass
20% off (1) facility rental/year
20% off birthday party package for child(ren)
20% off program fees
Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower
Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)
457 Retirement Plan
Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).
Additional benefits for facility employees only.
Paid CPR/AED training and certification.
Paid Leave Time Off