The Fresh Air Fund · 3 weeks ago
[2026] Challenge Course Facilitator, Fresh Air Camps
Hudson Falls, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe Fresh Air Fund is a not-for-profit youth development organization that provides free summer experiences to children from underserved communities. They are seeking a Challenge Course Facilitator to work on team building and high ropes courses, and instruct archery while ensuring the safety and well-being of campers. The role involves teaching, supervising campers, and participating in camp activities.
Civic & Social Organization
Responsibilities
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
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
Teach basic archery to campers ranging from ages eight to seventeen, in one-hour session with groups of eight to twelve
Ensure the safety of campers in and out of the program area
Help to maintain the High Ropes, Teams Courses, and Archery Range to comply with all pertinent safety codes
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
Complete the online archery certification, as well as an in-person archery practical exam
Submit all evaluations and records as required by the Summer Challenge Course Supervisor
When not working at the Course, staff will take on General Counselor responsibilities at their assigned camp
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
Assume responsibility for the safety and well-being of campers
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
Understand that campers come first, and decisions should be made in the best interest of campers
Address stressful situations appropriately in a fast-paced, interactive environment
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
Write daily reports and a final evaluation for each camper to help evaluate their needs, goals, and progress during their camp experience
Strive to work in a cooperative manner with fellow staff to achieve goals of the program
Explain and enforce the policies, traditions, and rules of camp
Invest time with campers to meet their needs, challenge their capabilities and serve as a role model during their time at camp
Take ownership of the use and care of camp equipment and facilities
Be totally familiar with emergency procedures and follow them when necessary
Additional responsibilities as needed and assigned
Qualification
Required
A minimum of one-year experience working with children is required. Staff must be passionate about working with children
Interested in working and living in the outdoors for the summer
Emotionally mature with a willingness to work as a team player and to maintain a positive attitude
Flexible and willing to accept challenges and step outside comfort zone
Available for the entire duration of the summer program
Company
The Fresh Air Fund
Since its founding in 1877, The Fresh Air Fund, an independent, 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.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Lisa Gitelson
Chief Executive Officer
Alpha Conteh
Chief Financial Officer
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