Challenge Course Facilitator

The Pennsylvania State University•University Park, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Campus Recreation is seeking a Challenge Course Facilitator. This entry-level position is responsible for facilitating high-quality teambuilding experiences for participants on challenge courses and high ropes, including youth. The role involves managing programs, supervising other facilitators, ensuring safety protocols, conducting post-activity reflections, and assisting with overall program operations and administration.

Requirements

Possess valid First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or higher
Experience in a leadership position managing staff and participants on High Ropes and Teambuilding Programming
Pass MVR check (Motor Vehicle Records check)
PA State Police Criminal Background Check
PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
Valid driver’s license
Successful completion of a motor vehicle records check

Nice To Haves

Wilderness First Aid or higher
Level 1 or 2 Challenge Course Practitioner Certification

Responsibilities

Act as site manager for programs at Stone Valley Recreation Area
Meet with Facilitator team to go over the details of the days program(s) and assign roles/tasks
Be the primary point of contact for Group Leaders
Supervise Facilitators to ensure recommended practices in program application, safety protocols, and overall participant monitoring are being followed
Conduct post-activity processing and reflection with participants
Oversee course/program shutdown and clean-up
Complete all pre-/post-program paperwork
Assist Group Programs Coordinator with supervision, training, and assessment of staff
Supervise and provide feedback to Group Program Staff during scheduled programs
Lead Facilitation Workshops, Facilitation 101, Belay Training, and High Ropes Training
Prepare training and meeting agendas and lesson plans
Assess staff for competency in various program areas, provide feedback, and administer written test
Facilitate staff meeting activities to promote team bonding and cohesion
Assist with overall program operations and administration
Contact group leaders regarding inquiries about program offerings
Management of program bookings and agreements
Monitoring and completing all program documentation in the appropriate time frame
Administering and reviewing post-program feedback surveys with group leaders
Oversee all pre-program inspections and activity setup
Familiarity with program equipment, usage, and inspection
Ability to perform participant rescues
Report maintenance or safety issues in a timely manner
Follow all EAPs and SOPs as required
Assist student leaders or full-time staff members with special tasks, projects, events, or other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Drive University vehicles (must pass MVR check)