outh Learning Programs Facilitator

Youth Learning Programs Facilitator

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Beverly, MA Youth Learning Programs Manager

Employment Type Position Type Pay Range
Full Time: Entry Level Salaried $41,000-$47,000

Position Summary
Project Adventure is hiring for our youth learning programs. The primary focus of this position is the delivery
of direct services to Youth Learning Program clients including Challenge Course Facilitation, in-school
programs, and after-school & out-of-school time programs.

Challenge Course Facilitation
Facilitators deliver quality programs at our challenge course in Beverly, MA, to local clients and community
partners. While on the challenge course, using both low and high elements, this person will facilitate
adventure-based learning, engaging youth in a variety of activities to promote social emotion skill
development, problem-solving, and team building. This person will lead youth through processes to reflect on
their successes and struggles using creative movement, art, manipulatives, and/or visual aids.

Afterschool & Out of School Time
A facilitator is partnered with after-school and out-of-school time programs run by our community partners
to facilitate in-depth programs that build social and emotional skills through purposeful play, teambuilding,
and adventures in the classroom. This person might also act as a coach for after-school and out-of-school
time program staff around skills such as group management, intentional activities, and using reflection to
build learning connections.

Professional Growth: Depending on a candidate's previous experience, this process may be expedited

1 Month In 3-6 Months In 6 Months – 1 Year

• Complete onboarding and • Complete co-facilitating and, • Facilitate youth programs,
orientation under supervision, facilitating including single and multi-day

• Shadow and assist youth programs programs on the challenge

experienced facilitators • Develop or enhance course or at client sites

• Familiarize yourself with foundational skills in • Assist coordinators and

challenge course operations, behavior management, group managers in special projects

safety procedures, and facilitation, and reflection and initiatives to support

equipment techniques program development

• Engage in an entry-level • Continue to strengthen • Begin shadowing Lead

Project Adventure workshop technical challenge course Facilitators to grow skills in

to gain familiarity with skills, potentially through a designing and managing

foundational methodology mid-level Project Adventure youth programs
workshop

In the Long Term

A successful Youth Learning Programs Facilitator will enhance their expertise in adventure education and
youth development while contributing to Project Adventure’s growth. Professional growth opportunities
include leading complex programs, supporting coordinators, joining initiatives, and expanding skills
through training and mentorship.

Minimum Requirements Preferred Qualifications

Strong communication skills, including verbal and Organizational Values & Expectations
written are essential. Proficiency in basic • Communication, project management, and
administrative software, such as Microsoft Office leadership skills
Suite. A flexible work schedule, including occasional • Access to a vehicle for travel to school,
travel, is required. Candidates should align with afterschool, and out of school time program
Project Adventure’s mission and values, sites
demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, • Experience with Project Adventure’s
and inclusion. A successful candidate will actively Foundational Concepts (Challenge by Choice,
seek feedback, embrace new challenges, and Experiential Learning Cycle, and Full Value
contribute to the organization’s impact on youth Commitment) a plus
and communities.
Youth Facilitation
Candidates should have experience or working

• Facilitation, teaching, or youth work experience

on facilitation and group leadership and group management, and diverse populations

demonstrate an interest in continuously refining • Knowledge of Spanish or Brazilian Portuguese

these skills. a plus

This position requires a high level of physical Challenge Course Experience

activity, including prolonged periods of movement, • Comfort working in outdoor settings

navigating outdoor terrain, climbing, lifting • Experience leading adventure programming
equipment over 50 pounds, and engaging in • Willingness to obtain Association for Challenge
dynamic actions such as jumping and stretching. Course Technology Practitioner Certification
Comfort and experience working outdoors in Level I
varying conditions are necessary. • High and Low Challenge Course facilitation

and/or top rope climbing experience

Benefits:

• Health insurance and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Vision and dental plans

• Retirement: 403b (employer match available)

• Vacation: 2 vacation weeks per year, increases to 3 after 1 year of full-time employment

• All major holidays and flexible time off for religious observance

• Hybrid work schedule when programing permits

• Free Project Adventure workshop for you and friend/family member every year
  

About Project Adventure

Mission
Project Adventure advances the learning and development of people, schools, and communities through the
power of adventure.

Overview
Project Adventure, Inc. is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Beverly, MA. We have been a leader in
the field of adventure, ropes courses (challenge courses), teacher training, and experiential learning since
1971. We primarily serve K-12 schools, colleges, and summer camps in New England, but our clients vary
and are located all around the country.

Vision & Innovation
We create a world in which we all embark on adventures – in our lives and in our learning – to discover our
resiliency, solve problems, and connect more deeply with each other, our purpose, and ourselves. We know
that adventure takes many forms: it can be a journey outdoors, a day on the ropes course, or experiential
learning in the classroom. It can be a trip to a foreign place or a brave conversation between two people with
differing views. Whatever the nature of the adventure, it takes us out of our comfort zones, sparks the
imagination, bonds us to each other, and leads us toward growth. We know that the experience of adventure
teaches the adventurer about their innate worth and strength and builds more resilient groups. Adventure can
be a tool for social and emotional learning, healing, and connection.

Project Adventure Staff Full Value Commitment & Expectations:
Be Here – Be present, focused and bring your best self to work ready to contribute.
Be Honest – Know that it is okay and encouraged to ask for help or support. Be honest about what you need
to be successful and be honest if you have made a mistake.
Care for Self and Others – Be willing to lend a helping hand and step in to support the team. Be aware of
your own needs, and when you may need space or time off to attend to physical and emotional well-being.
Set Goals – Come to work ready to engage as a learner! With support from others, set goals to grow, develop
and maintain new skills and expertise in the field and workplace.
Let Go and Move On – Use self-management skills to recognize the moments in the workplace, in
interactions with colleagues and with clients, when it is appropriate and best to let go of a situation and move
on.

To Apply:
Send a cover letter, resume, and challenge course portfolio (if available) to ylpmailbox@pa.org with the title
“Youth Learning Programs Facilitator Application.” No phone calls please.
Project Adventure is an equal opportunity employer. Please reach out if you need accommodation throughout the interview process.