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Outdoor Adventures Youth Worker
- Workplace Type
- Onsite
- Location
- Penn State University Park
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Outdoor Adventures Youth Worker
The Department of Campus Recreation is seeking to fill the position of Outdoor Adventures Youth Worker. This entry level position is responsible for facilitating high quality outdoor/adventure experiences for youth.
Primary responsibilities include providing excellent customer service, facilitating a positive culture of risk management, and assisting with daily operations involving youth programs. These responsibilities may be conducted in a variety of environments and roles including group-based teambuilding (indoor & outdoor), Stone Valley Recreation Area (boat rentals, outdoor climbing structures, facility rentals, general recreation), and other outdoor adventure activities. This position may include driving University vehicles and trailers.
Prior outdoor leadership experience welcomed but not required. Applicants should possess a desire to learn new skills, develop youth facilitation/leadership abilities, and interact with youth in dynamic and challenging settings. All Youth Workers will receive training in general facilitation, customer service, risk management skills, and youth-specific considerations. Additional site and/or role specific training is available to create opportunities for professional development and advancement (see Outdoor Adventures Lead Facilitator and Supervisor positions).
Youth Workers should expect to work and 2-3 programs per semester (potentially more during summer months). Programs and facility coverage may include overnight shifts. Work hours are variable and programs will be scheduled typically 2-4 weeks in advance. Must attend mandatory staff development workshops and trainings as offered.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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