Flexible Schedule. This position will work 5-10 hours/week.

A facilitator for the Campus Recreation Challenge Course will be responsible for the instruction, supervision, safety, and debriefing of groups going through the challenge course. The facilitator will use the Campus Recreation low ropes challenge course to provide an opportunity for groups to recognize and safely reach their potential. This will include promoting self-confidence, positive group dynamics, and the expansion of their problem-solving abilities. These individuals must be well organized, experienced, compassionate, and exceptional communicators when it comes to teaching others.

Safety and Supervision: Responsible for the safety of self, staff, and participants. Work will include the proper setup and take down of challenge course facilities, inspecting equipment and property, and documenting these inspections. Must be able to instruct participants on the proper use of equipment and structures. Must supervise the programming and safety of assistant facilitators. Uses good judgment while making independent decisions regarding all facets of the safe and effective use of the course. Understand and be able to implement the Emergency Action Plan when necessary.

Leadership and Planning: A facilitator is responsible for conducting a needs assessment with the participant contact and for developing programming specific to the participant's needs. Must be able to work independently, be self-motivated, and be skilled with the empowerment of others. Able to deal calmly with stressful situations and people.

Experience: Experience facilitating or participating in group processing/planning discussions is highly sought as well as familiarity with group/team development. Facilitators must be fully trained on the NKU Campus Recreation Challenge Course operating procedures and successfully complete and pass the Challenge Course Facilitator training program.

Physical: Challenge Course facilitation takes place in an outdoor, adventure-orientated setting. Therefore, facilitators should be able to perform their required duties for extended periods while exposed to adverse conditions, including but not limited to precipitation, temperature extremes, and wind. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and be able to lift 50 pounds.

Communication: Excellent communication skills are required. Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to both participants and other staff members. Ability to relate and work with diverse populations of participants.

Teamwork: Must be team-oriented. Works as a valuable team member with others in scheduling, facilitating, and operating the Campus Recreation Challenge Course.

Dependability: Responds to scheduling requests in a timely manner. Is reliable when scheduled. Arrives to work on time. Has reliable transportation to and from work. Maintains a commitment to the success of the course. Follows local operating procedures.

A. General: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

B. Skill: CPR & First Aid Certifications, CRC Ladder Training.

C. Physical: Able to lift 50 lbs.