Pathways Travels Hiring for Program Facilitator at Philo, California Full Time

Join our Dynamic team at Blackbird Farm Camp!  Blackbird Farm is looking for a hard-working individual who has a passion for working with underserved youth and making a difference in students’ lives.  

Blackbird Farm is a fun, outdoor education non-profit program dedicating to helping students practice confidence, teamwork, and connectedness. The goal of Camp Blackbird is to help underserved students explore new experiences, work effectively with a team, and recognize the importance of being connected to others. Camp Blackbird will be the first camp experience for many of our students and we are looking for staff to who help support our students as they experience Camp Life! Camp activities include: Canoeing, Archery, Stargazing, Ropes Course, Hike Trails, Arts, Crafts, Hiking and much more.

Program Facilitator (Leadership Role) 

Season: August 2021 – June 2022

Compensation: $36,000 + Private Room & Board

This individual will lead and supervise a team and manage the day-to-day activities of the 11-Day Adventure Camp! 

Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following:* 

• Organizes and facilitates respective program area for underserved students 
• Support Students in Experiential Learning Activities and create a safe environment for them. 
• Facilitate Small Group Discussion and Debrief with students
• Establish team or cohort connections with assigned Campers
• Motivate students throughout the camp process
• Ensure all documents and program roll out information is up to date and complete
• Hire, train and supervise staff who will assist facilitating designated program area
• Serve as point person for any emergency situations 
• Oversee the High Ropes Course and ensure safety precautions are being followed 
• Train and oversee staff members on the High Ropes Course 
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 

• Ability to train, direct and delegate responsibility to staff. 
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, exercising reasonable judgment, in a fast-paced, multi-task environment with minimal supervision. 
• Ability to synergize with colleagues and corporate staff to manage and monitor the growth of the company. ∙
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and demonstrate problem-solving skills, while maintaining courtesy, professionalism, and a customer service attitude. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail. 
• Supervisory or managerial skills. 
• Ability to travel as needed. 

Education and Experience: 

• Professional, mature and experienced working with a wide range of populations (experience with both youth and adult clients) 
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree 
• Supervisory experience at an organized camp 
• At least 1-year experience in a leadership role
• Teaching Credential Preferred