Expeditions Coordinator at Summer Camp

JOB OVERVIEW
Do you have experience with camping and/or backpacking? Do you want to gain experience as a supervisor? Are you excited about the idea of helping our campers push their perceived limits through exploration of places that are not readily accessible? This role supports campers, staff, and the Expeditions Instructors with logistical support for campouts from pack out, to trip, to pack in at our beautiful overnight camp in the hills of the Driftless Area of Wisconsin. Lake Valley Camp serves campers from the city of Milwaukee.

POSITION AVAILABILITY: This position is an onsite, overnight position and must be available the following dates:

Staff Orientation: June 14 - 24

Session 1: June 27 - July 8

Session 2: July 11 - 22

Session 3: July 25 - August 5

Teen Camp and Camp Clean-up: August to 8 - 13

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

• Lead cabin groups and instructors as they prepare for campouts, providing active supervision and attention to the physical and emotional wellbeing of campers during their expedition experience.
• Ensure Expeditions staff have the training and resources needed to provide age and ability appropriate campout activities for campers attending on-site expeditions and campouts.
• Provide a supportive environment at the Outdoor Living Center for campers and staff to step out of their comfort zones in nature, helping them continue to experience new and extraordinary experiences.
• Maintain the inventory of outdoor equipment and order necessary equipment and food from the kitchen for trips.
• Communicate and enforce all expedition policies and procedures with staff and campers.
• Actively participate in camp life and programming outside of expedition activities including evening activities, theme days, bus duty, and more.
• In their absence, step in as a substitute for camp counselors, including overnight stays with a cabin of up to 8 campers.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• A belief that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and coaching from supervisor and make necessary adjustments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers to achieve program objectives.
• Ability to live with, support, and work with all camper age ranges at camp.
• Commitment to being punctual and adhering to a schedule provided by camp leadership.
• Possess strong communications skills and apply them with coworkers and supervisors, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive staff and camper information when necessary.
• Ability to perform job duties in a fast-paced environment and able to embrace change and be flexible.
• Ability to provide job coaching constructively to team members.
• Experience teaching outdoor skills to beginners and/or leading groups of people on camping trips.
• While not required, familiarity with the ability to pass PEAK’s motor vehicle background check and driver training and safely drive/transport adults and children in PEAK vehicles, including a 12-passenger van.

EDUCATIONAL, CERTIFICATIONS, & LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

• Current CPR and First Aid Certification (PEAK can support in attaining).
• Must be at least 18 and/or have a high school diploma/GED before the position start date to apply.

REPORTING AND RELATIONSHIPS

• The Expeditions Coordinator will report to the Assistant Director of Camp Programs.
• The Expeditions Coordinator supervises the Expeditions Instructors and provides feedback to the Outdoor Living Skills Program Counselor.

We do not accept really applications. Apply via our website at https://peakinitiative.bamboohr.com/careers/206.

Pay: $800.00 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $800