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Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School · 9 hours ago

Day Program Specialist - Site Manager

Gwynn Oak, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$32K/yr - $39K/yr

Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School (CBOBS) is dedicated to helping youth develop courage, character, and leadership through outdoor experiences. The Day Program Specialist - Site Manager is responsible for ensuring participant safety during One-Day Programs, facilitating programs for youth and adults, and supporting curriculum development and staff training.

EducationPersonal DevelopmentPrimary EducationSecondary Education

Responsibilities

Assist in leading formal classroom training for program Staff

Plan, prepare, and lead professional development sessions for program Staff during Day Program Prep

Coach and mentor Staff in all aspects of facilitation and One-Day Programs, including student management, reaching desired outcomes, learning new activities, question writing, time management, etc

Assess and track Staff performance in curriculum creation, facilitation, and program logistics. Communicate growth, trends, issues, and learning opportunities to the Program Admin team

Prepare for and lead the curriculum writing process in Day Program Prep, supporting Staff in creating and delivering high quality, outcome-based programming

Oversee the logistics of One-Day Programs, including program set-up, breakdown, debrief, and participant attendance

Support program Staff to facilitate effectively in a dynamic program environment

Positively represent CBOBS to participants and external partners by promoting the impact of Outward Bound programming

Model a strong work ethic; promote a culture of feedback, collaboration, and growth; and instill a culture dedicated to mission delivery and service in the program Staff

Facilitate One-Day Programs with youth and/or adult participants

Understand, follow, and monitor all Outward Bound Field and Charter Operating Policies and Procedures and ACCT International Safety Standards

In case of emergency, communicate with Staff and participants to ensure their safety and escalate the issue according to the Emergency Response Plan

Act as an escalation point for behavioral issues and work with Support Teachers to ensure a physically and emotionally safe program

Model excellence in safety and support all program Staff in creating a safe programming environment

Document and report incidents in the Outward Bound Incident Reporting database

Assist the Day Program Admin team in growing the scope and impact of One-Day Programs through curriculum development and other medium- to long-term projects

Perform basic landscaping duties to ensure a safe and professional environment for programming

Assist with organizing, ordering, and repairing non-technical facilitation equipment

Qualification

Curriculum developmentTechnical climbing equipmentStaff trainingSafety standards knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteSalesforceEmotional regulationDiversityInclusionMentorship skillsEffective communicationOrganizational skillsConflict resolution

Required

Must be 21 years or older and able to pass a State and Federal Criminal Background Check

Certified in Basic First Aid and CPR, or able to obtain certification

Expertise in creating, modifying, and delivering outcome-based curriculum for youth and adult participants

Strong mentorship skills. Able to develop new Staff, accurately assess Staff, and support conflict resolution as needed

Strong and effective communicator, both written and oral. Ability to give and receive both positive and constructive feedback

Ability to excel under pressure and demonstrate emotional regulation, good judgment, and balanced decision-making in stressful situations

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Experience teaching and/or training in a group setting and knowledge of experiential learning theory

Experience working with a range of backgrounds and ages as colleagues, clients, and/or participants

Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity

Able to learn and adhere to Outward Bound Field Policies and Procedures, Emergency Response Plans, and Association of Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) International standards

Proficient with (or able to learn) Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, and other technologies

Able to work outdoors regardless of weather and season

Able to lift and transport 30-50 lbs. several times a day

Be sufficiently fit to participate in all required activities, including standing and moving along cables on high ropes elements

Able to maintain energy, strength, and focus to assist students and staff with physical and emotional challenges

Sit/stand/walk for extended periods of time

Able to observe Staff and participant behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques

Visual, auditory, and physical ability to identify and respond to hazards related to the activity. Possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of students when necessary

Work occasionally in a high stress work environment

Operate office equipment to include but not limited to computer, printer/copier, and other office equipment