Lead Facilitator Jobs

Job Summary:

A year-round position responsible for delivering high-quality experiential programming, overseeing facilitation staff, and ensuring safe operations across youth and adult Camp Mary Orton programs and activities. This role provides staff training and coaching to strengthen facilitation quality for all Camp Mary Orton adventure elements. In addition, the position manages staffing requirements for program hosts, event facilitators, and lifeguards while supporting daily Camp

Responsibilities:

Mary Orton operations. This role also oversees the CPR/First Aid Training Program at Camp Mary Orton, including internal staff certification, scheduling, community outreach, and marketing to fill vacant training seats.

Responsibilities

Facilitation Leadership

· Serve as a Lead Facilitator for team-building and experiential learning programs related to CMO activities.

· Deliver structured activities that connect to CMO and promote communication, leadership, collaboration, and social-emotional skill development.

· Coach and model high-quality facilitation techniques for afterschool staff and seasonal program staff.

· Assess activity effectiveness and modify programming based on participant needs and developmental levels.

Staff Management & Scheduling

· Collaborate with the Events Supervisor and coordinate staffing for facilitators, event hosts/hostesses, seasonal educators, and lifeguards.

· Develop seasonal and event-specific staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage.

· Support the Personnel Lead with recruiting, onboarding, evaluation, and ongoing coaching for facilitation and camp staff.

· Maintain accurate records of certifications, training requirements, and staff readiness for ropes course, pool, and adventure activities.

· Coordinate with Discovery Day Camp Counselors and Adventure Academy seasonal personnel for daily summer camp activities and schedules.

· Coordinate with the Youth Program Coordinator and Youth Camp Supervisor for daily activities schedules for summer staff.

· Review timecards for summer camp counselors.

· Review and approve timecards for facilitators, lifeguards, and event staff.

CPR & First Aid Training Program Oversight

· Serve as a Program Lead for the CPR and First Aid certification program at Camp Mary Orton.

· Facilitate training or coordinate external trainers when needed.

· Market available training slots to community partners, schools, organizations, and individuals to fill vacant training seats and increase program visibility.

· Maintain accurate training rosters, certification records, and reporting requirements.

· Develop relationships with community agencies to expand access to lifesaving training.

Camp Mary Orton Coordination & Operations (Summer Season)

· Coordinate daily CMO operations, including schedules, transportation, supply distribution, and activity setup.

· Ensure compliance with safety protocols, licensing requirements, and regulatory standards.

· Oversee CMO setup, teardown, and facilities readiness throughout the summer season.

· Serve as primary liaison to facilities staff, vendors, and external partners related to rentals and LCC experiences.

Collaboration

Works closely with:

· YFE Program Supervisor on staff training and development, and culture-building related to CMO summer camps.

· Curriculum & Activities Coordinator to align program content, materials, and operational needs with overall CMO operations

Director of Youth and Family Engagement for safety compliance, reporting, and regulatory requirements.

· Community partners and training registrants for CPR/First Aid class outreach. Work with local businesses such as schools, daycares, doctor's offices, and other businesses that require certifications to provide revenue-generating certification classes at camp.

· Assist LCC Course Site Supervisor with Outdoor Adventure Elements course and equipment inspections as needed.

Qualifications

· High School Diploma required; post-secondary education preferred.

· Prior experience facilitating experiential learning, youth development, or adventure-based programming.

· Experience supervising or coordinating staff strongly preferred.

· Current CPR/First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within 60 days.

· Experience working with diverse populations in community-based settings.

· Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and adapt to changing program needs.

· Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, CRM, or registration systems).

· Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings and weekends.

· CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
American Red Cross (ARC), American Heart Association (AHA), or equivalent

· First Aid (Adult & Pediatric)
ARC, AHA, or equivalent

· AED Awareness & Use Training

· Mandated Reporter Training (Youth-serving organization requirement)

· Low Ropes / Challenge Course Facilitator Certification

· Group Facilitation and Experiential Education Training

· Multilingual abilities are a plus.

Core Values

· Empathy – Meeting people where they are.

· Equity – Supporting individuals with what they need to succeed.

· Impact – Empowering participants to achieve their best.

· Readiness – Adapting to community needs with agility.

· Accountability – Holding ourselves and others to high standards.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

· Active engagement in indoor and outdoor environments with youth and adults.

· Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 25 lbs., and moving quickly in response to emergencies.

· Ability to operate in varying weather conditions, noise levels, and physical terrain.

· Facilitation in gyms, classrooms, pools, outdoor spaces, and camp settings.

· Stamina and dexterity to support participant safety and behavioral regulation when necessary.

Pay: $53,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person