What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Building Facilitator position at True Friends?
Team Building Facilitator
Join in our mission of providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities!
This is a fun and rewarding part time position! The flexible schedule is great for college students. Lead groups of all ages through team building, high and low ropes, and challenge course activities. The camp environment is perfect for those with a passion for outdoor recreation! This is a great opportunity for retired teachers who are wanting to lead activities in a casual setting.
Schedule: Part time with flexible hours. Events usually run from 9-2 or 12-5 (may vary), hiring for Spring 2025
Pay: $17.42 per hour through training, then $20-25 per hour based on the number of events worked
Location: Camp Friendship in Annandale, MN and Camp Courage in Maple Lake, MN with the opportunity to pick up more hours at our other locations
True Friends Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling
- Increased hourly wage as you facilitate more events
- Gain leadership skills
- Work-Life Balance
- Meals during summer months
- Employee Referral Program
- Scenic work environment
- Retirement Savings Plan with opportunity for 3% Employer Match
- Fun Organization-wide Events
- Cabin Rental Discounts
- And more!
How You'll Contribute:
- Guide, instruct, and supervise cooperative team building activities
- Lead participants in safely using high ropes and challenge course
- Facilitate discussions and debriefs to help groups build trust, communication, and cooperation
- Set up, take down, and properly store equipment utilized in activities
- Assists in development of the program
What You'll Bring to the Table:
- Have a minimum of 1 weekday availability (8am-5pm)
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Desire to work with individuals of all ages and abilities
- Available to work in Annandale, Maple Lake, and Eden Prairie (carpool available.)
- Comfortable with heights
- Ability to move in a wide range of motion
- Ability to move continually during work hours
- Pass an organizational background check
- Able and willing to handle conflict and work through team challenges
About Us:
True Friends is a nonprofit organization providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities. Our programs include camp, respite, retreats, team building, therapy and adaptive riding, and travel; serving over 25,000 individuals annually. With locations near Maple Lake, Annandale, Eden Prairie, and Bemidji, we serve individuals in Minnesota and throughout the United States.
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Salary : $20 - $25
