Ropes Course Facilitator

Saint Francis Ministries•Salina, KS

About The Position

The Ropes Course Facilitator leads ropes course and adventure-based learning programs for Saint Francis Ministries clients. The role is responsible for participant safety, course and equipment inspections, setup and takedown, group facilitation, and supervision of activities connected with course elements. The facilitator instructs clients in safe equipment use, directs activities, and debriefs participants, tailoring the experience and selection of course elements to each group’s goals and capabilities. The facilitator encourages learning in both technical skills and experiential activities, promotes constructive discussion, and empowers clients through “Challenge by Choice.” They serve as a positive role model, use good judgment when making independent safety decisions, respond calmly and professionally to stressful situations, and follow emergency procedures. The position works both independently and as part of a team, and requires regular availability to lead programs and punctual attendance. The facilitator must follow Saint Francis Ministries policies, procedures, applicable standards and regulations, and directives. They report unusual incidents through appropriate risk management, clinical, and safety channels and ensure clients’ rights are protected.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
First Aid/CPR.
Mandt.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must pass a physical examination, including a drug screen and TB skin test.
Must pass an MVR, KBI, and Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry clearance check.
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with people from varied backgrounds and encourage communication among others.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to make independent decisions regarding safe and effective course use.
Ability to follow safety procedures and respond calmly and professionally to stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working with children.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety of every client participating in the course and supervise activities involving course elements.
Set up the course, inspect course elements and equipment before and after groups, and take down and properly store equipment after each session.
Instruct clients in the proper use of course equipment and direct groups through the sequence and goals of activities and elements.
Facilitate groups, direct activities, and debrief participants.
Choose and combine course elements to support group goals, tailoring experiences to clients’ goals and capabilities.
Cultivate learning in technical skills and experiential aspects of the course, and promote constructive discussion to help participants integrate what they have learned.
Use “Challenge by Choice” to empower clients and serve as a positive role model.
Respond calmly and professionally to stressful situations and emergencies, following emergency procedures.
Tie required knots, belay clients, move between elements, and climb structures as needed.
Work independently and collaboratively with the team to schedule, facilitate, and operate the course.
Be regularly available to lead programs, arrive on time, follow procedures, and maintain a commitment to the success of the course.
Implement Saint Francis Ministries policies and directives, and follow applicable SOPs, personnel policies, accreditation and licensure standards, laws, regulations, and contractual terms.
Report unusual incidents through appropriate risk management, clinical, and safety channels, and protect clients’ rights.