Youth Learning Programs Facilitator

Position Summary

Project Adventure is hiring for our youth learning programs. The primary focus of this position is the delivery of direct services to Youth Learning Program clients including the facilitation of Challenge Course programs, school based adventure programs, and after-school & out-of-school time programs.

Facilitators deliver quality programs at our challenge course in Beverly, MA, to local clients and community partners. While on the challenge course, using both low and high elements, this person will facilitate adventure based learning, engaging youth in a variety of activities to promote social emotion skill development, problem solving, and team building. This person will lead youth through processes to reflect on their successes and struggles using creative movement, art, manipulatives, and/or visual aids.

Facilitators travel to various schools or youth-serving organizations in the surrounding New England communities to facilitate ground games and initiatives that support the client’s goals. When delivering this program model, a facilitator may be required to use one of PA’s portable low elements with their small group. This person will use adventure-based practices to provide participants with novel experiences in their setting.

A facilitator is partnered with after-school and out-of-school time programs run by our community partners to facilitate in-depth programs that build social and emotional skills through purposeful play, teambuilding, and adventures in the classroom. This person might also act as a coach for after-school and out-of-school-time program staff around skills such as group management, intentional activities, and using reflection to build learning connections.

Depending on a candidate's previous experience, this process may be expedited.

• Complete onboarding and orientation
• Shadow and assist experienced facilitators
• Familiarize yourself with challenge course operations, safety procedures, and equipment
• Engage in an entry-level Project Adventure workshop to gain familiarity with foundational methodology

• Complete co-facilitating and, under supervision, facilitating youth programs
• Develop or enhance foundational skills in behavior management, group facilitation, and reflection techniques
• Continue to strengthen technical challenge course skills, potentially through a mid-level Project Adventure workshop

• Facilitate youth programs, including single and multi-day programs on the challenge course or at client sites
• Assist coordinators and managers in special projects and initiatives to support program development
• Begin shadowing Lead Facilitators to grow skills in designing and managing youth programs

A successful Youth Learning Programs Facilitator will enhance their expertise in adventure education and youth development while contributing to Project Adventure’s growth. Professional growth opportunities include leading complex programs, supporting coordinators, joining initiatives, and expanding skills through training and mentorship.

• Strong communication skills, including verbal and written
• Proficiency in basic administrative software, such as Microsoft Office Suite
• A flexible work schedule, including occasional travel
• Candidates should align with Project Adventure’s mission and values, demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A successful candidate will actively seek feedback, embrace new challenges, and contribute to the organization’s impact on youth and communities
• Experience or working knowledge in experiential education, youth development, or a related field with a strong focus on facilitation and group leadership and demonstrate an interest in continuously refining these skills

This position requires a high level of physical activity*, including prolonged periods of movement, navigating outdoor terrain, climbing, lifting equipment over 50 pounds, and engaging in dynamic actions such as jumping and stretching. Comfort and experience working outdoors in varying…