Outdoor Program Facilitator

Leroy Springs & Company INC•Fort Mill, SC

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Members of the Outdoor Program team are outgoing, fun loving professionals dedicated to connecting people with the outdoors through recreation and education. Key responsibilities include program facilitation in the areas of environmental education and outdoor recreation to help promote conservation awareness and develop future stewards of the land. This is a seasonal position with the possibility of additional employment after the season ends. Work schedule varies; some evenings and weekends are required. The work schedule varies based on the scheduling of field trips and additional programing. Some evenings and weekends are required.

Requirements

Self-starter, demonstrated ability to take initiative and manage daily challenges; ability to work well with team and individually
Must be flexible and be able to adapt to quickly changing scenarios
Strong verbal communication
Above average public relations skills, effective interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with a wide variety of people (staff, members, visiting guest) and circumstances in a professional manner
Strong organizational skills and time management skills with ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to maintain a high standard of safety and quality throughout all programming areas
Clear commitment to the ASCG Mission
Must be reliable, dependable, professional and trustworthy
Must be comfortable handling reptiles or willing to learn how to handle reptiles
BA/BS Degree in Environmental Education, Recreation Management, Outdoor Leadership or Adventure Education or equivalent preferred
Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training; will train
Valid Driver’s License with a safe driving history
Must be able to exert up to twenty-five pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects when needed.
Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time on various surfaces and terrain.
Must be able to handle live animals (experience with live animal care a plus).

Responsibilities

Facilitation of outdoor, nature-based and recreation programs for all ages
Facilitate all curriculum-based programming both on and off the Greenway including field trips and outreach programing
Independently lead Outdoor Programs for large and small groups including birthday parties and Girl Scout programs
Facilitate team building programs, including Low Ropes course; will train
Work Greenway special events as requested
Adheres to all Company policies, procedures and standards set by the Company
Assist with animal care
Facilitate recreation activities such as hiking, kayaking, archery and more; will train
Greet and welcome all public and private groups
Effectively manage time to ensure all assigned tasks are complete and on-time
All other duties as assigned