Whitewater Raft Guide

Adventures Without Limits - Forest Grove, Oregon
Do you LOVE outdoor adventures? Do you believe the outdoors should be accessible and inclusive? If you want to work on a team of skilled guides to facilitate impactful outdoor experiences for all people, this is the job for you! Adventure Guides are responsible for delivery of safe, instructional outdoor recreation trips to a range of diverse participants including but not limited to: individuals with disabilities, at-risk youth, school groups, seniors, corporate groups, and more. We uphold a culture of inclusivity, mutual support, growth, and learning. Guides will be expected to teach necessary skills and facilitate meaningful outdoor adventures while managing risk and social group dynamics for every trip.

As part of this application process, we will fill several positions for summer guides. Depending on experience and availability, applicants may serve as a Seasonal Guide or Part-time Guide. As such, duties, responsibilities and pay will vary depending on your role. Seasonal guides tend to work “full time” hours for the season they are hired for. Part-time Guides tend to work “part-time” hours. Hours for both Seasonal and Part-time guides depend on the individual guide’s interest, experience, and availability, as well as the needs of the organization. Guides should expect to work 8-12 hour days which includes packing, unpacking and driving to the trip location which is typically 1-2 hours from the warehouse.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Work as a team to provide fun, safe, educational outdoor recreational trips in length from 1-3 days
• Lead and instruct some or all of the following activities: flatwater kayaking, whitewater rafting, canoeing, paddle boarding, climbing, hiking, camping
• Work with participants experiencing a range of disabilities and think critically to meet their needs by leveraging adaptive equipment, behavioral support, or other creative solutions
• Lead youth programs, including summer camps and/or after school programs
• Provide educational lessons on topics such as natural history, ecology, geography and other related topics,
• Maintain knowledge of, demonstrate, and practice Leave No Trace principles
• Load, unload, manage, and care for equipment and gear 
• Transport equipment and passengers to and from activity locations in a 15-passenger van with trailer 
• Manage risk and respond to emergencies when necessary
• Work 8-12 hour days in a variety of outdoor settings under a range of weather conditions

• Be an ambassador for Adventures Without Limits and uphold and model the community values of the organization

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Professional experience with one or several of the following activities: flatwater kayaking, rafting, canoeing, paddle boarding and/or rock climbing. OR a mixture of professional and personal experience with at least two of the activities listed. 
• Experience working in outdoor education, camps, recreation guiding service, or similar settings
• Experience working with diverse populations including at-risk youth, people with disabilities, seniors, and people of diverse cultural backgrounds
• Ability to adapt to changing situations while prioritizing safety and upholding a quality experience
• Must be able to work long hours with a positive attitude
• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills are essential
• Wilderness First Aid and CPR certification or higher (or ability to obtain upon employment, prior to staff  training)
• Must be able to pass a background check and complete required trainings

• You must comply with our COVID-19 staff policy which requires a COVID-19 vaccination unless an exemption is authorized. 
• Must be available to work between the months of June-September 2022 including weekdays and weekends
• Clean driving record for applicants over the age of 23 to qualify as a driver 

HOW TO APPLY

Please email a resume, cover letter, relevant trip logs, and references to: info@awloutdoors.org, with “Adventure Guide Application” in the subject line. Please include if you are interested in seasonal or part-time guiding