Adventure Ropes Course Guide — Youth Camp Lead

Congo Camp; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Congo Camp in Falls Church, VA seeks a Ropes Counselor to deliver challenge-course sessions under supervision. You will focus on safe facilitation, equipment/PPE checks, and positive group experiences using approved SOPs and lesson plans, supporting a “challenge-by-choice” environment.

You will belay, supervise, document incidents, and help meet ACA practices and Virginia licensing standards while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Experience facilitating challenge-course or climbing activities with youth or campers.
• Certification or training in challenge course operations and safety procedures.
• Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED or ability to obtain/certify.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate low- and high-element activities per SOPs.
• Conduct PPE and equipment checks and maintain safety standards.
• Belay and supervise to maintain participant ratios and safety.

Skills

Challenge course experience

Course training/certification

First Aid/CPR/AED

Clear communication

Outdoor work at height

Education

Congressional Camp Challenge Course training/certification

Job description

Congo Camp in Falls Church, VA seeks a Ropes Counselor to deliver challenge-course sessions under supervision. You will focus on safe facilitation, equipment/PPE checks, and positive group experiences using approved SOPs and lesson plans, supporting a “challenge-by-choice” environment.

You will belay, supervise, document incidents, and help meet ACA practices and Virginia licensing standards while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.