Adventure Programs Lead — High Ropes & Climbing Camp

American Youth Foundation; Grant Township (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Staff training on-site

Job summary

American Youth Foundation is seeking a High Rope Coordinator to run adventure programming at Miniwanca, Shelby, Michigan, including the archery range, ropes course, and climbing wall. Housing and meals are provided; onsite living during staff training and camps.

The role emphasizes camper safety, leadership, and active participation in camp activities, with strong facilitation and communication needed to support youth development throughout the season.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Previous climbing experience.
• Strong facilitation/teaching skills.
• Previous experience working with youth.
• Demonstrated positive leadership with young adults.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage people for their development.
• Demonstrate mental, emotional, and social resiliency in a fast-paced camp setting.

Responsibilities

• Camper supervision and safety of campers in care.
• Manage behavior challenges with respect and focus on social-emotional growth.
• Lead 2–3 interest groups daily with 5–12 campers each.
• Plan four-day curriculum to develop new skills age-appropriately.
• Facilitate engaging activities that promote skill development and social interaction.
• Manage all adventure team equipment and facilities.
• Participate actively in all camp activities and mentor campers.

Skills

Climbing experience

Facilitation/teaching

Youth leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Diversity awareness

Job description

American Youth Foundation is seeking a High Rope Coordinator to run adventure programming at Miniwanca, Shelby, Michigan, including the archery range, ropes course, and climbing wall. Housing and meals are provided; onsite living during staff training and camps.

The role emphasizes camper safety, leadership, and active participation in camp activities, with strong facilitation and communication needed to support youth development throughout the season.