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29 Jun 2022

Temporary Fall Apprenticeship

Shanna – Posted by Shanna –  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Description

SummaryOutward Bound is an international educational movement dedicated to the belief that people are capable of far more than they know. Founded in 1992, the mission of the Philadelphia Outward Bound School (POBS) is to change lives through challenge and discovery. POBS operates in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and northern Delaware, and is one of eleven regional Outward Bound schools in the USA.  

A robust non-profit educational organization, POBS engages thousands of youth and adult participants in experiential programs that inspire character development, leadership, and community service. All programs, whether single-day or multi-day, are designed to support participants in realizing their true potential. 

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.

 

Essential Duties and

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, and Requirements

  • 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

  • Self-starter, strong initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision

Physical Requirements

  • Must be 21 years or older

  •  Must possess a current and valid driver’s license

  • Must procure and pass an FBI Criminal Records Check

  • Must obtain Criminal and Child Abuse clearances for Pennsylvania

  • Must pass a Motor Vehicle Record Screen (Outward Bound will process)

  • Ability to carry, lift and move a minimum of 50 pounds

  • Irregular work hours as necessary

Compensation and

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

To apply, please submit your resume to sc******@po**.org by 7/8/2022. Thank You !

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.

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How to Apply

Please submit Resume or Cover Letter to scarvell@pobs.org by July 8th

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Temporary. Job Tags: Education, Leadership, Outdoors, and philadelphia. Salaries: Less than 20,000.

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