Overview

The primary function of this position is to co-facilitate Outdoor GIRLS (Girl Immigrant and Refugee Leadership Series). This program is in partnership with local schools, is a multi-contact program, and is facilitated both during the school day and after school. This position may support additional youth programming as needed. Outdoor GIRLS is a program offered by Women’s Wilderness that leverages the power of connection to the outdoors and play to support the physical and mental health, social connectivity, and leadership development of older elementary, middle, and high school girls and non-binary youth who identify as immigrants, refugees, and asylees. Click here to learn more about Outdoor GIRLS. This role will report to the Youth Programs Coordinator for the Outdoor GIRLS program, and will collaborate with other Women’s Wilderness Team members as needed.

Tagged as: Camp Staff

Required Skills:

Valid Driver’s License and strong driving record.
Current Child & Adult First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
Experience working directly with youth of all ages in a school, after-school, community, or sport/play setting.
Experience leading, instructing, and serving as a mentor for youth from non-dominant populations [girls, BIPOC youth, newcomers, and/or LGBTQ+ youth].
Prior experience or training in socio-emotional work.
Skilled in facilitating group discussions, promote awareness, and identify teacha

Preferred Skills:

Experience working in a wilderness setting in outdoor education or wilderness therapy.
Bi/multilingual applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
Experience/strong understanding of immigrant rights/integration, gender, race and/or equity.
Degree in mental health related field and/or relevant experience.
Experience indoor and/or outdoor rock climbing and knowing how to belay climbers.
Current Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certification.
Experience driving a 15-passenger van.

About Women's Wilderness

Women’s Wilderness is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting girls, women and non-binary people in accessing their power and improving their health through connections to the outdoors and community. Click here to learn more about us.

Application Instructions

How to apply: Click here to apply for this position. The form includes a requirement of uploading a resume and cover letter. A Women’s Wilderness staff member will be in contact if an interview is requested. Applications close January 24, 2025. Women’s Wilderness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our programs, and our community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer, committ