Internship Apprenticeship (Paid!)
Philadelphia Outward Bound School – Posted by rmalleck – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Description
SPRING APPRENTICESHIP
- DATES: March 20–June 5, 2022
- APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 3, 2022
SUMMER APPRENTICESHIP
- DATES: May 30–August 22, 2022
- APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 7, 2022
FALL APPRENTICESHIP
- DATES: August 24–November 11, 2022
- APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 6, 2022
Our 10- to 12-week-long Apprenticeship is a job training program that prepares folx for a career as a POBS Instructor. Apprentices experience extensive classroom and in-field training. The Apprenticeship includes:
- Expedition training
- Day program facilitation training
- Classroom training in Outward Bound history and philosophy, student management, conflict resolution, safety and risk management, diversity and inclusion, curriculum development, and more
- Technical skills training: Backpacking, canoeing, top-rope rock climbing, high ropes, Aerial Teams Course
- Opportunities to participate in backpacking and/or canoeing expeditions as a “third Instructor”
- Opportunities to work center-based team building programs alongside experienced Instructors
- Logistics: Gear maintenance and repair, vehicle maintenance and driver training, vehicle shuttles, base site projects
Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship, individuals transition into the Instructor role and lead backpacking, rock climbing, canoeing, and/or day-long team building programs.
Please fill out our online application below and indicate the season for which you wish to apply.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in expedition, classroom, and day program trainings
- Participate in expedition instruction and day program facilitation alongside experienced instructors
- Practice clear, effective, and timely communication and feedback
- Practice teamwork, cooperation, and inclusion
- Assist with student supervision, field evacuations, and other various program tasks as needed
- Assist with logistical functions such as food preparation, vehicle shuttles, equipment resupplies, and gear maintenance and repair
- Adhere to all Outward Bound Field Policies and Procedures outlined in the manual
- Adhere to all policies outlined in the Employee Handbook
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Passion for working with youth
- Commitment to Outward Bound’s mission and values
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Commitment to equity, justice, inclusion, and anti-oppression
- Enthusiasm for serving participants with a diversity of identities, backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences
- Ability and willingness to deliver and receive feedback
- Ability to respond creatively, flexibly, and compassionately to the needs of our participants
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- 21 years or older
- Procure and pass Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Background Check
- Able to be on feet most days, occasionally for up to 16 hours
- Able to carry, lift, and move a minimum of 50 pounds
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Apprenticeship: $1500/month stipend
- Philadelphia Outward Bound School curriculum and facilitation training
- Philadelphia Outward Bound School technical skills training
- In-house and external professional development opportunities
- Upon promotion to Instructor, compensation switches to per diem pay (base rate $116/day; pay increases with number of days worked and applicable external experience)
- Optional staff housing is available
SCHEDULE
Apprentices can anticipate a dynamic and flexible schedule. No two days look the same! The Apprenticeship schedule is released in two- to three-week periods. Though the schedule is irregular, Apprentices can anticipate a ratio of five days on to two days off. Applicants who have external commitments are still encouraged to apply; there may be ways to accommodate.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Philadelphia Outward Bound School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
How to Apply
Please submit your application here. Thank you!Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Internship. Job Tags: backpacking, canoeing, facilitation, Logistics, outdoor education, Rock Climbing, and team building.
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