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Mass Audubon · 1 month ago

Teen & Trip Program Coordinator

Wildwood Camp, Rindge, NH, US

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Entry Level

$12K/yr - $13K/yr

2+ years exp

Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England, and they are seeking a Teen & Trip Program Coordinator to facilitate their mobile teen program and oversee environmental leadership initiatives. The role involves trip planning, staff supervision, and mentoring teens in environmental stewardship while ensuring safety and effective communication with families and staff.

CharityNon Profit

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Supervise and support Teen Adventure Trip staff: assist with training and continuing needs of Trip Leaders and manage any conflicts that may arise

Oversee all aspects of preparation and implementation of Teen Adventure Trips

Edit trip itineraries as needed, keep accurate trip records

Work with kitchen staff on bulk food orders, purchase specialty food and equipment items as needed

Confirm lodging reservations, activity/excursion reservations, and communicate with outside vendors and guides for all trips

Oversee expenses and trip budgets; assist Trip Leaders with submitting expense reports

Implement and follow Emergency Action Procedures as needed

Collaborate with Office Manager, Camp Director, and Camp Nurse to manage family communications, drop off and pick up

Maintain and checks Trip Inventory and all trip equipment, including vans

Work with Wildwood Leadership team to develop and implement a training program focused on leadership development; support ELTs through check-ins, mentorship, and feedback

Participate in Leadership Team training and attend Leadership Team meetings throughout the duration of camp

Attend all of camp training, leading both teen group and program specific related sessions

Fully participate in Wildwood community

Work with Program Manager to assist with program and staffing needs during the week

Substitute for Camp Counselors, Trip Leaders, and other Wildwood Staff as needed

Perform other duties as needed

Qualification

Backcountry camping experienceFirst Aid certificationWilderness First Aid certificationLifeguard certificationManagement experienceEnvironmental education experienceBehavior managementCommunication skillsMentorship skillsAdaptability

Required

At least 21 years of age

Valid driver's license and at least 2 years of driving experience

Experience in backcountry camping and hiking and/or multi-day adventure travel trips

Hold current First Aid and CPR certifications or participate in Mass Audubon provided training to obtain certification prior to the beginning of camp

Current Wilderness First Aid certification or willingness to obtain

Current Lifeguard and Waterfront Skills certifications or participate in Mass Audubon provided training to obtain certification prior to the beginning of camp

Willingness to work in all weather conditions, including heat, sun, humidity and rain

Ability to hike at least 3 miles over rough terrain

Willingness and ability to use tents, camp stoves, satellite communication devices, and other camping equipment; golf carts, 15 passenger vans, cleaning supplies

Prior experience working with children and/or teenagers and ability to understand development needs

Ability to adapt to changes in schedule and work assignment

Ability to observe staff and camper behavior, assess appropriateness, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures as needed, apply appropriate behavior-management techniques

Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards

Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring First Aid; must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and maintain constant supervision of campers