Adventure Program Lead - Outdoor Explorer & Team Builder

Salvation Army; Scotts Valley (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking an Adventure Lead to plan and run engaging outdoor programs for campers in a safe, faith-centered environment. You will lead hikes, rope courses, and nature-based learning while maintaining equipment and spaces with care.

You’ll supervise activities, track camper progress, and support morning and evening programs, fostering growth in outdoor skills and spiritual formation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• C.C.T Level 2 Practitioner Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Camping experience or staff exposure is preferred.
• Experience facilitating challenge courses and team-building events.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead adventure programs including hiking and ropes activities.
• Facilitate low and high ropes activities safely using team-building values.
• Prepare and maintain adventure areas and supplies for safety and cleanliness.
• Conduct daily equipment checks and report safety issues; manage inventory.
• Supervise activity areas and assist with electives and special programs.
• Lead sunrise hikes and support cabin leaders during adventure times.
• Maintain camper progress records and support spiritual formation activities.
• Participate in campfires, evening programs, and Bible studies; assist with supervision.

Skills

Outdoor adventure

Team building

Safety protocols

Hiking with youth

Leadership

Spiritual formation

Education

C.C.T Level 2 Practitioner Certification or equivalent

Camping experience (preferred)

Experience with challenge courses

Job description

The Salvation Army is seeking an Adventure Lead to plan and run engaging outdoor programs for campers in a safe, faith-centered environment. You will lead hikes, rope courses, and nature-based learning while maintaining equipment and spaces with care.

You’ll supervise activities, track camper progress, and support morning and evening programs, fostering growth in outdoor skills and spiritual formation.