Senior Outdoor Education Leader

American Youth Foundation; Grant Township (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite housing and meals

Professional development opportunities

Health insurance option

Job summary

The American Youth Foundation seeks a Lead CSP Facilitator to guide year-round experiential education programs for youth in Miniwanca, Shelby, Michigan. You will lead outdoor activities, coordinate with partners, mentor other facilitators, and help manage site operations during the program season.

You will live onsite during programs, enjoy provided housing and meals, and contribute to a safety-first, inclusive environment while delivering high-quality experiential learning and leadership

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to foster a strong, trust-based community.
• Friendly, professional and flexible with youth.
• Experience facilitating groups of youth in outdoor/experiential settings.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized, detail-oriented and self-motivated.
• 21+ years old with higher education or equivalent experience.
• Driver’s license and clean driving record.
• First Aid and CPR certification (training can be provided).
• Willing to give and receive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate youth groups in outdoor settings with hikes, team-building and environmental education.
• Coordinate programs with partners; craft agendas and organize paperwork.
• Lead program groups as Program Coordinator when needed.
• Provide training and mentorship to other facilitators.
• Be a resource and lead in team culture and community.
• Serve on Site Emergency Response Team and act as Site Leader when needed.
• Prioritize risk management to ensure safe, inclusive environments.
• Prepare spaces and materials; assist with kitchen and facilities as needed.
• Support program logistics and site opening/closing; participate in staff activities.

Skills

Community building

Public speaking

Facilitating youth groups

Communication skills

Resilience under pressure

Organization & detail orientation

Age 21+ with higher education

Driver's license

First Aid & CPR certification

Feedback mindset

Job description

The American Youth Foundation seeks a Lead CSP Facilitator to guide year-round experiential education programs for youth in Miniwanca, Shelby, Michigan. You will lead outdoor activities, coordinate with partners, mentor other facilitators, and help manage site operations during the program season.

You will live onsite during programs, enjoy provided housing and meals, and contribute to a safety-first, inclusive environment while delivering high-quality experiential learning and leadership