[2026] Challenge Course Facilitator, Fresh Air Camps

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    "description_html": "<div class=\"job_description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:none;\">CHALLENGE COURSE FACILITATOR</span></span></span></span></span><br>Fresh Air Camps | Hudson Valley, NY | June 15 &#8211; August 15, 2026&#160;</span></span></p><p style=\"line-height:1.2;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:none;\">Since its founding in 1877, The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit youth development organization, has provided free life-changing summer experiences in the outdoors to more than 1.8 million children from New York City&#8217;s underserved communities. Young people also participate in year-round leadership, career exploration and educational programs. For more information, visit </span></span></span></span></span><a href=\"http://www.freshair.org\" style=\"text-decoration:none;\"><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#0563c1;\"><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline;\">www.FreshAir.org</span></span></span></span></span></a><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:none;\">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-left:1px;margin-right:2px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:none;\">The Fresh Air Fund also owns and operates the Sharpe Reservation which houses five of the six Fresh Air Camps, the Sharpe Reservation Environmental Center which serves over 18,000 visitors each year. The Fresh Aid Fund also operates Camp Junior, a camp for young people from the Bronx in Harriman State Park.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:none;\">Position Summary:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Challenge Course Facilitators work on the Sharpe Reservations and Camp Junior&#8217;s custom team building and high ropes challenge courses, and archery range. In addition to working and living in cabins with campers, Challenge Course Facilitators work six hours each day running team and community building programs, SEL activities, belaying on the high challenge course, and instructing archery. Challenge Course Facilitators have the opportunity to work with all six Fresh Air Camps. All Challenge staff are required to attend a five-day custom basics training course with The Fresh Air Fund&#8217;s ACCT vendor. No experience is required.</span></span></p><ul><li style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Employment Period: June 15th &#8211; August 15th, 2026 </span></span></li><li style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Compensation Range: $2,600</span></span></li></ul><p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight:700;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:none;\">Responsibilities</span></span></span></span></span><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:none;\">:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><ol><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Teach at least two three-hour lessons each day, working with a group of twelve to eighteen campers, ranging in age from eight to seventeen. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Responsibilities include but are not limited to: running group dynamic sessions, leading ice breaker activities, facilitating the teams and high ropes courses, belaying at the high ropes course, course maintenance, and leading activities such as games and group team building programs. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Teach basic archery to campers ranging from ages eight to seventeen, in one-hour session with groups of eight to twelve. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Ensure the safety of campers in and out of the program area. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Help to maintain the High Ropes, Teams Courses, and Archery Range to comply with all pertinent safety codes. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Attend the five-day technical skills training during orientation. Must have or obtain during orientation a current First Aid and CPR certification. Both training courses are provided at Camp. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Complete the online archery certification, as well as an in-person archery practical exam. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Submit all evaluations and records as required by the Summer Challenge Course Supervisor. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">When not working at the Course, staff will take on General Counselor responsibilities at their assigned camp.&#160;</span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Provide 24-hour-a-day direct supervision, leadership, and guidance to twelve campers with assigned co-counselors. This includes supervising the group in between and during the daily program, planning cabin activities, eating meals with campers and behavior management. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Assume responsibility for the safety and well-being of campers. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Live in a cabin with 6-12 campers and co-counselors for the full duration of each camp session. Time off during each encampment will be arranged by a supervisor. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Understand that campers come first, and decisions should be made in the best interest of campers. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Address stressful situations appropriately in a fast-paced, interactive environment. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Be an active member of the camp community by participating in all camp programming including camp-wide events, overnights, hikes, swimming, activities, and village meetings. This includes but is not limited to going on hikes in the woods on camp property and going in the water during swimming activities. At times, lifting heavy objects may be necessary. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Write daily reports and a final evaluation for each camper to help evaluate their needs, goals, and progress during their camp experience. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Strive to work in a cooperative manner with fellow staff to achieve goals of the program. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Explain and enforce the policies, traditions, and rules of camp. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Invest time with campers to meet their needs, challenge their capabilities and serve as a role model during their time at camp. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Take ownership of the use and care of camp equipment and facilities. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Be totally familiar with emergency procedures and follow them when necessary. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Additional responsibilities as needed and assigned.</span></span></li></ol><p style=\"line-height:1.2;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:none;\">Qualifications:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p><ol><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">A minimum of one-year experience working with children is required. Staff must be passionate about working with children.&#160;</span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Interested in working and living in the outdoors for the summer. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Emotionally mature with a willingness to work as a team player and to maintain a positive attitude. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Flexible and willing to accept challenges and step outside comfort zone. </span></span></li><li style=\"list-style-type:decimal;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Available for the entire duration of the summer program.</span></span></li></ol><p style=\"line-height:1.2;\"></p><p style=\"line-height:1.2;\"><i>As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and to protecting the participants we serve, The Fresh Air Fund requires all camp staff to meet applicable&#160;vaccination&#160;requirements&#160;in accordance with&#160;federal, state, and local laws, and to be fully vaccinated against polio, MMR,&#160;TDap, and varicella (and Hepatitis B for Health Care staff).&#160;As new public health issues arise, The Fresh Air Fund may require additional&#160;vaccinations.&#160;Proof of&#160;vaccination&#160;or an approved exemption will be&#160;required&#160;as a condition of employment.</i>&#160;<br><br><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight:700;color:rgb(0,0,0);\">Application Instructions</span></span></span></p><p style=\"line-height:1.2;margin-bottom:12px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span style=\"color:#000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight:400;\"><span style=\"font-style:normal;\"><span style=\"text-decoration:none;\">We are hiring on a rolling basis and encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible. 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    "description_text": "CHALLENGE COURSE FACILITATOR\nFresh Air Camps | Hudson Valley, NY | June 15 – August 15, 2026\n Since its founding in 1877, The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit youth development organization, has provided free life-changing summer experiences in the outdoors to more than 1.8 million children from New York City’s underserved communities. Young people also participate in year-round leadership, career exploration and educational programs. For more information, visit www.FreshAir.org .\n The Fresh Air Fund also owns and operates the Sharpe Reservation which houses five of the six Fresh Air Camps, the Sharpe Reservation Environmental Center which serves over 18,000 visitors each year. The Fresh Aid Fund also operates Camp Junior, a camp for young people from the Bronx in Harriman State Park.\n Position Summary:\n Challenge Course Facilitators work on the Sharpe Reservations and Camp Junior’s custom team building and high ropes challenge courses, and archery range. In addition to working and living in cabins with campers, Challenge Course Facilitators work six hours each day running team and community building programs, SEL activities, belaying on the high challenge course, and instructing archery. Challenge Course Facilitators have the opportunity to work with all six Fresh Air Camps. All Challenge staff are required to attend a five-day custom basics training course with The Fresh Air Fund’s ACCT vendor. No experience is required.\n Employment Period: June 15th – August 15th, 2026\n Compensation Range: $2,600\n Responsibilities :\n Teach at least two three-hour lessons each day, working with a group of twelve to eighteen campers, ranging in age from eight to seventeen.\n Responsibilities include but are not limited to: running group dynamic sessions, leading ice breaker activities, facilitating the teams and high ropes courses, belaying at the high ropes course, course maintenance, and leading activities such as games and group team building programs.\n Teach basic archery to campers ranging from ages eight to seventeen, in one-hour session with groups of eight to twelve.\n Ensure the safety of campers in and out of the program area.\n Help to maintain the High Ropes, Teams Courses, and Archery Range to comply with all pertinent safety codes.\n Attend the five-day technical skills training during orientation. Must have or obtain during orientation a current First Aid and CPR certification. Both training courses are provided at Camp.\n Complete the online archery certification, as well as an in-person archery practical exam.\n Submit all evaluations and records as required by the Summer Challenge Course Supervisor.\n When not working at the Course, staff will take on General Counselor responsibilities at their assigned camp.\n Provide 24-hour-a-day direct supervision, leadership, and guidance to twelve campers with assigned co-counselors. This includes supervising the group in between and during the daily program, planning cabin activities, eating meals with campers and behavior management.\n Assume responsibility for the safety and well-being of campers.\n Live in a cabin with 6-12 campers and co-counselors for the full duration of each camp session. Time off during each encampment will be arranged by a supervisor.\n Understand that campers come first, and decisions should be made in the best interest of campers.\n Address stressful situations appropriately in a fast-paced, interactive environment.\n Be an active member of the camp community by participating in all camp programming including camp-wide events, overnights, hikes, swimming, activities, and village meetings. This includes but is not limited to going on hikes in the woods on camp property and going in the water during swimming activities. At times, lifting heavy objects may be necessary.\n Write daily reports and a final evaluation for each camper to help evaluate their needs, goals, and progress during their camp experience.\n Strive to work in a cooperative manner with fellow staff to achieve goals of the program.\n Explain and enforce the policies, traditions, and rules of camp.\n Invest time with campers to meet their needs, challenge their capabilities and serve as a role model during their time at camp.\n Take ownership of the use and care of camp equipment and facilities.\n Be totally familiar with emergency procedures and follow them when necessary.\n Additional responsibilities as needed and assigned.\n Qualifications:\n A minimum of one-year experience working with children is required. Staff must be passionate about working with children.\n Interested in working and living in the outdoors for the summer.\n Emotionally mature with a willingness to work as a team player and to maintain a positive attitude.\n Flexible and willing to accept challenges and step outside comfort zone.\n Available for the entire duration of the summer program.\n As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and to protecting the participants we serve, The Fresh Air Fund requires all camp staff to meet applicable vaccination requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, and to be fully vaccinated against polio, MMR, TDap, and varicella (and Hepatitis B for Health Care staff). As new public health issues arise, The Fresh Air Fund may require additional vaccinations. Proof of vaccination or an approved exemption will be required as a condition of employment.\n Application Instructions\n We are hiring on a rolling basis and encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible. No calls or recruiters, please.\n The Fresh Air Fund is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring, and dedicated to diversity in its work and on its staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations, and communities to apply.\n The Fresh Air Fund Terms and Conditions:\n 1. Messages are sent by The Fresh Air Fund and its recruiting partner CampHire (Camp2Career, LLC) to candidates who apply for jobs and consent to receive SMS communications related to recruitment and hiring. Candidates provide their phone number during the application process and must actively opt in to receive SMS updates. Messages include job application updates, interview scheduling, interview reminders, interview confirmations, hiring updates, and other employment-related notifications. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Candidates can reply STOP to opt out at any time or HELP for assistance. Links to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use are provided at the time of consent.\n 2. You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text \"STOP\" to the short code. After you send the SMS message \"STOP\" to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, just sign up as you did the first time and we will start sending SMS messages to you again.\n 3. If you are experiencing issues with the messaging program you can reply with the keyword HELP for more assistance, or you can get help directly at [email protected] or 800-367-0003.\n 4. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages\n 5. As always, message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Message frequency may vary. If you have any questions about your text plan or data plan, it is best to contact your wireless provider.\n 6. If you have any questions regarding privacy, please read our privacy policy below.\n Privacy Policy:\n We collect your mobile number and related opt-in data for the delivery of SMS messages. Your mobile opt-in data and consent will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.",
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