Trip Leader

Essential Responsibilities:

• Trip Planning and Preparation:

  • Finalize trip itineraries, resupply dates, and logistical details.

  • Pack food and gear suitable for the trip’s discipline and duration.

  • Familiarize yourself with potential evacuation locations and scenarios.

  • Connect with participants before departure.

• While leading assigned trips, effectively implement the following:

  • Hold the risk management and group management for the duration of the trip.

  • Teach applicable technical and interpersonal skills.

  • Professionally represent Chewonki while in the field. 

  • Appropriately communicate with the trips office as planned and as needed.

  • Hold responsibility for physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of participants.

• Develop a positive co-leader dynamic between other trip leaders and/or cabin leaders.

• Support other trip programs when not in the field by assisting with equipment repair, food stocking, teaching watercraft lessons, driving, or other tasks as needed. 

• Maintain professional presentation and communication with participants and their families, co-workers, and the public.

• Complete all necessary paperwork, i.e. incident reports, camper reports, trip reports, etc.

• Instill joy and enthusiasm into the daily life of camp, both on campus and on trip.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 21 years old

• Must pass Criminal Background Check.

• Valid driver’s license and driving record approved by Chewonki’s Insurance Carrier required, preferred. 

• Current Wilderness First Responder Certification.

• Experience in the outdoor or experiential education field, preferred.  

• Additional certifications or training in relevant fields (Registered Maine Guide, American Canoe Association Instructor, Swiftwater Rescue, etc), preferred. 

• Ability to live and work in a small community.

• Attend required onboarding and training sessions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lb at a time.

• Must be able to work in an active, outdoor environment in a variety of weather conditions.

• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.

• Able to maintain attention and a high level of energy or excitement for extended periods of time.