Owl ropes worker
Methodist Children's Home
Location
Lincoln Parish, Louisiana
Quick overview
The worker will supervise the OWL Center, facilitate team-building and leadership programs, and maintain recreation facilities and equipment. They are also responsible for performing routine inspections and maintenance on safety equipment and grounds.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma and be actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in a related field. Additionally, they must be willing to obtain challenge course instructor and lifeguard certifications, as well as a chauffeur's license.
Job description
Principal duties and responsibilities
To maintain high standards of personal and interpersonal functioning in job performance.
To supervise the use of the OWL Center by Louisiana Methodist Children’s Home youth and staff, and non-Louisiana Methodist Children's Home clubs, groups and agencies.
Provide programming utilizing OWL ropes course and resources, programs focusing on team building, leadership, and group dynamics. Assist in development of new ideas to further our mission statement.
Responsible for OWL recreation facilities, equipment, and supplies. Assist in maintenance of ongoing inventory.
Perform routine assembly, inspection and maintenance of challenge course, maze, mountain bikes, boats, canoes and other performance and safety equipment and supplies that are used in facilitation of group activities.
Assist in maintenance and general appearance and upkeep of OWL Center facilities and grounds as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must have a High School Diploma and be actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree with experience in program planning, recreation or a related field. Must be able to complete Challenge Course Instructors Certification. Currently certified or willing to obtain lifeguard certification. Must have or be able to obtain a chauffeur’s license.
Characteristics
Must have a fundamental love for children and a desire to be an agent for change in their lives.
Must possess a strong sense of personal authority, maturity and integrity for leadership role with staff and youth.
Must be skilled in conflict resolution, mediation and problem-solving skills.
Must possess a love for the outdoors.
Must possess a fundamental love for animals.
Employment provisions
Time on Duty: Seasonal Hours on an As Needed/PRN basis
