What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Counselor - Mountain Biking Instructor position at Virginia Outside?
We are hiring for Summer Camp Counselors
We are looking for Head Counselors (21 yrs and older) for our Outdoor Youth Programs! Spend your Summer months in the beautiful outdoors teaching campers the basics of mountain biking! Richmond has a variety of trails to ride as well as surrounding parks. We spend time at Pocahontas State Park and Poor Farm Park practicing different riding techniques. Our main goal is to help campers build a positive relationship with the outdoors.
Applicants must work well in groups as well as be responsible, adaptive, and outgoing. Flexible hours, competitive pay, and a fun work environment! The job duties include leading instructional activities, keeping campers safe in the outdoors, communicating with peers and camp parents, and helping to create a fun week!
Preferred work experience: Experience that complements being a camp counselor such as: Camp Counselor, School Teacher, Outdoor Educator, Bike Instructor, Raft Guide, etc.
Helpful experience, but not required: Knowledge of fishing, mountain biking, rock climbing kayaking, canoeing, hiking, experience working or interacting with youth
Skills
- Patient and reliable
- Experience working with children
- Familiarity with various outdoor activities
- Energetic and positive personality
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (doing activities outside in the Summer)
- First aid- and CPR-certified preferred for Head Counselors (if you don't have it, we will organize a CPR class)
Summer Camps locations: Richmond
Visit our website at www.VirginiaOutside.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $650.00 per week (Pay may depend on skills and/or qualifications)
** Required: reliable transportation to work **
Must be able to pass a 3-year background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.
Salary : $650
