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2008
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Field Instructor/ Outdoor Educator
High Rocks, an outdoor education program in mountains Western
North Carolina, is currently looking for staff to help out
with all or part of its LEAP school group program. Our LEAP
programs host a number of different private schools in the
southeast. The program focus varies from group to group, but
is mostly team building and personal challenge using a variety
of different adventure-based activities. The programs are
anywhere from 2-5 days in length, and the participants are
boys and girls between the ages of 10 and 18 years old. Each
program is custom made to meet the goals of the particular
group.
At High Rocks we use the "Challenge by
Choice" philosophy as we create a supportive, caring
atmosphere that allows the participants to push themselves
further than they ever thought possible. Using outdoor activities,
taught in a supportive environment, have proven to be an invaluable
tool for teaching young people the skills they need not only
to safely enjoy the world around us, but to be a positive
force in their communities as well. By freeing the students
from the walls of a traditional classroom we can work with
these students integrating current curriculum and subject
matter that will enhance their learning through experiential
methods. Each program takes full advantage of the beautiful
spring or fall season to embark on trips, either on our 1100
acres of camp property or in a nearby national forest. Our
programs often include the following activities:
· Backpacking
· Rock Climbing
· Paddling
· Mountain Biking
· Orienteering
· Initiatives
· Ropes Course
· Environmental Education
QUALIFICATIONS
Leadership
experience working with youth on trips and programs in the outdoors.
A Bachelors Degree in Outdoor Education or related experience
is preferred. We are looking for individuals with technical
skills in multiple areas and, more importantly, strong interpersonal
skills. Preferred staff are self-starters, ready to step in
and assume a leadership role often times without being asked
to do so. Applicants need to have Wilderness First Aid; though
preference is given to those with Wilderness First Responder.
AVAILABILITY
Dates
available for May 2nd – May 24th and August 18th through
October 17th. Combine it with our summer camp positions for
a full six months of outdoor employment then you can play all
winter long!
Full
and partial season positions available.
Spring: May
4th- May 24 See the program list
on the index page for specific dates.
Fall: Mandatory orientation is August 18-19. Programs
begin on August 20th through late October.
Full and partial season positions available.
See the program
list on the index page for specific dates.
BENIFITS
Daily salary is $90-120/day. Other benefits include room,
board, and free laundry facilities; staff computers with high
speed internet access and wireless internet available; extensive
professional discounts; an incredible location with over 1100
acres of wilderness; adjacent to DuPont State Forest, and a
15 minute drive to Pisgah National Forest; some of the best
wilderness and highest mountains on the Eastern Seaboard. Bonuses
available for staff working every program day.
TO APPLY
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Download Application at the link below or contact Don Gentle,
Associate Director, don@highrocks.com; 828-885-2153 to receive
one by mail
- Open the LEAP Application Form, save it to your computer,
fill it out, then submit it by e-mail and/or print and mail
it to us.
- To mail
application, return with copies of certifications to:
High
Rocks, LEAP
attn: Don Gentle
PO Box 210
Cedar Mountain, NC 28718
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2008
LEAP Internship
Administrative Assistant and Logistics Coordinator
JOB
DESCRIPTION
As an intern you will assist in the overall flow of the program
while learning and developing skills required run an outdoor
program. Interns work closely with directors and field staff
to implement goals and objectives for each program. About 40%
of the workload is in the office and 60% in the field; however,
some weeks can be completely office based, while others are
completely program/field based.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include:
- Program
support: logistical support, driving shuttles to trail heads
and river put-ins, issuing and de-issuing group gear, and
assist with the preparation and backing of trail meals.
- Administrative
support: Assist with the development and organization of program
itineraries and grids; sort and prepare group forms and documents;
database entry for incident reports, program logistics, permit
reporting, and site plans.
- Operations
support: gear inventory and repair, stocking and sorting first
aid kits, and various projects around the facility.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified applicants will be team players that have the ability
to take a task and run with it. Applicants must be in-tune with
the mission and overall goals of the program. Preference is
given to candidates who possess the following:
- High
energy, positive attitude, willingness to work long hours
- Eagerness
to learn many new skills
- Ability
to live in close quarters and get along with other people
- Good
written and oral communication
- Computer
literate in a PC environment including: MS Word, Excel, and
Access. Skills with digital photography, FTP, and simple webpage
updates are a plus.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Pay ranges from $200-300/week depending on skills and education.
Other benefits include room, board, and free laundry facilities;
staff computers with high speed internet access and wireless
internet available; extensive professional discounts; an incredible
location with over 1100 acres of wilderness; adjacent to Dupont
State Forest, and a 15 minute drive to Pisgah National Forest;
some of the best wilderness and highest mountains on the Eastern
Seaboard.
AVAILABILITY
August
17- October 20
TO APPLY
Send Cover Letter, Resume, and Complete References to Don Gentle,
Associate Director:
- High Rocks, PO Box 210, Cedar Mountain, NC 28718-0210
- don@highrocks.com
- Fax: 828-884-4612
For more information:
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