Outdoor Program Facilitator
About The Position
Would you like to work for a non-profit organization where your contributions make a major impact on the lives of the children and families that we serve? Join a family of experienced mental health professionals and counselors dedicated to providing kids, and each other, the kindness, respect, and encouragement they need to succeed. Elk Hill was honored as a 2026 Richmond Times-Dispatch Top Workplace. These awards are based solely on employee feedback and recognize the great culture that exists at every level of the organization. If you want to work for a 2026 Richmond Times-Dispatch Top Workplace organization where your decisions can impact youth and families of Central Virginia, then Elk Hill Farm, Inc. is the place for you! We are an organization that: Is honored as a 2026 Richmond Times-Dispatch Top Workplace, Is a Top Workplace Meaningfulness Award recipient, Has talented, hardworking employees, Advocates for mental health issues, Offers competitive benefits, pay, and pet insurance for full-time staff, Provides a generous time-off and holiday package, Offers a 401(k) plan with a 5% employer match for full-time staff, Provides tuition assistance. Elk Hill is celebrating 50+ years of supporting youth and families across the Commonwealth of Virginia! Stability. Adaptability. Longevity.
Requirements
- Must be able to swim and pass a swim test.
- Able to participate in games, sports, and physical activities including water-based games and activities.
- Able to maintain attention and high level of energy or excitement for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to spend majority the of time outdoors and tolerate a variety of weather conditions.
- Must be able to facilitate the Elk Hill Challenge Course which includes but is not limited to balance elements, high elements, and a zip line.
- Must be capable of regularly lifting up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lifting up to 75 pounds.
- Must be willing and able to perform behavior management techniques.
- Must be able to walk or hike for long distances, including but not limited to walking and hiking on uneven terrain and with elevation changes.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a professional staff member providing supervision of clients and outdoor activities.
- Ability to assist the Prevention and Outdoor Programs Director and/or Program Director with supervising clients participating in the outdoor program to ensure safety and objectives are reached
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with the client’s family, as well as other community agencies and all other persons involved in the delivery of services.
- Co-facilitate and assist in maintaining standards that lead to a quality program
- Facilitate and organize activities at the appropriate level for the group or the individual, as assigned
- Transportation of clients to and from programs and on field trips, as a driver or rider, as assigned
- Work cooperatively with all Elk Hill staff to improve the quality of the whole organization
- Model appropriate attire for the outdoors, preparation for inclement weather and model positive attitude for clients
- Maintain CPR/FA and MANDT certifications
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of building, supplies and vehicles
- Complete additional responsibilities, as assigned, by Prevention and Outdoor Programs Director or Program Director
Benefits
- pet insurance
- generous time-off and holiday package
- 401(k) plan with a 5% employer match
- tuition assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
