Community Facilitator

The Arthur M Blank Family Foundation • Emigrant, MT

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About The Position

The AMB West Challenge Course located on Mountain Sky Guest Ranch in Montana was developed in 2015 to serve the needs of the guest ranch and its surrounding community. Built by Project Adventure, the Challenge Course was designed to support independent exploration with a continuous belay aerial course, as well as experiential learning and teambuilding with 8 other high ropes elements and 4 low ropes elements. Our staff create experiences that cater to the needs of each group it serves. Whether it's leadership teams from West Creek Ranch looking for connection, guests from Mountain Sky seeking adventure or local non-profits learning about teamwork, we move through the day with safety and fun as our top priorities. The Foundation's Montana team is looking for a part time, seasonal, Challenge Course Community Facilitator to support these efforts. As a key member of the Challenge Course team Community Facilitators will assist in operations of the AMB West Challenge Course for local non-profit partners and West Creek Ranch.

Requirements

• Documented Challenge Course experience, including training and supervising staff (Preferred).
• CPR/First Aid/AED (minimum), or Wilderness First Responder or EMT.
• Ability to travel to/from Challenge Course and Basecamp during the season (this is an in-person position).
• 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with managing risk in an outdoor environment.

Responsibilities

• Operation and implementation of Challenge Course activities including daily inspections, course set up and breakdown, and Challenge Course facilitation.
• Deliver activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to participants.
• Comply with local and national standard operating procedures, safety practices and policies for all aspects of the Challenge Course.
• Follow orientation and training on Local Operating Procedures provided during level one training.
• Follow emergency response procedures, first aid & AED (automated external defibrillator).
• Appropriately use equipment, assist in maintaining accurate inventories, and communicating the need to resupply.
• Perform day-to-day documentation of inspection and daily operations.
• Assist in design of Challenge Course use aligned with the purpose of the groups visit.
• Lead debriefs and work with other staff to create a safe, fun and enjoyable workplace.
• Turnover of Basecamp facilities in between guest groups on an as needed basis.
• Maintain communication and support for Basecamp user groups while they are on-site, ensuring a high-quality experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed