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Outdoor Adventures Youth Worker
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What they do
A Youth Counselor or Worker works with young people, primarily ages 13-18, to provide mentoring and support for dealing with problems. Works in a school or community-based program; may assist with referrals from parole or probation offices. Collaborates with teachers, family members, social workers and health care professionals to help young people facing challenges or crises.
$42,761 / year median in Pennsylvania
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Job Number:
REQ_0000063943 Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .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. This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances:- PA State Police Criminal Background Check
- PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
- FBI Criminal Background Check.