Senior Outdoor Education Facilitator (Onsite Housing)

American Youth Foundation; Michigan; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite housing

Meals provided during programs

Professional development opportunities

Health insurance option

Job summary

American Youth Foundation seeks Lead CSP Facilitators to engage youth in outdoor-based experiential education programs. You will coordinate diverse activities, mentor fellow facilitators, and serve on the Site Emergency Response Team, living onsite during program seasons.

Responsibilities include leading hikes and team-building, coordinating partner programs, and ensuring safety and inclusivity across all activities. Housing and meals are provided during programs.

Qualifications

• Ability to foster a trust-based, inclusive youth community.
• Experience facilitating diverse youth groups in outdoor settings.
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills.
• Resilience under stress in fast-paced environments.
• 21+ years old with higher education or equivalent experience.
• Driver’s license with clean record.
• First Aid and CPR certification (training can be provided on site).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate groups of youth in outdoor settings: lead hikes, challenge courses, environmental education, debriefs, and team-building activities.
• Coordinate programs with partner organizations; craft agendas and manage paperwork before arrival; serve as main program contact.
• Lead and mentor other facilitators during staff training and throughout the season.
• Be a resource for Program Facilitators; demonstrate leadership in team culture and community.
• Serve as Site Leader or a member of the Site Emergency Response Team, with on-call responsibilities.
• Prioritize risk management to create a safe, inclusive environment for all participants.

Skills

Community leadership

Public speaking

Diversity experience

Facilitation

Risk management

Communication

Driver’s license

Job description

American Youth Foundation seeks Lead CSP Facilitators to engage youth in outdoor-based experiential education programs. You will coordinate diverse activities, mentor fellow facilitators, and serve on the Site Emergency Response Team, living onsite during program seasons.

Responsibilities include leading hikes and team-building, coordinating partner programs, and ensuring safety and inclusivity across all activities. Housing and meals are provided during programs.