Lead Staff - Adventure-based - Community & Family Support Services

Description:

The CFSS Adventure-based – Lead Staff is central to the coordination and delivery of services to youth/young adults/adults (YYA) involved with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Department of Children & Families (DCF), Department of Mental Health (DMH), and the Department of Public Health (DPH) in Adventure-Based, Experiential Learning (AB/EL) Programming.

This position facilitates on and off site Adventure programming using an experiential learning cycle. The right candidate is a technically trained outdoor leader with experience managing risks, designing scaffolded learning lesson planning and AB/EL group facilitation. This is a full time position with benefits.

The qualified candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of experience working with youth and families, and at least 1 year of experience working as a field guide or facilitating other AB/EL programming. Group facilitation and strong relationship-building skills required. Bachelors Degree in Human Services, Outdoor Education, or related field preferred. Excellent communication and computer skills required. Valid driver’s license, reliable and safe transportation required.

In addition to very competitive salaries LUK offers a substantial and unique benefit package found here .

Introduction to LUK, Inc.:

LUK has deep roots in Central Massachusetts. We’re driven by our values and we’re serious about our work. It’s not easy work, but it is rewarding! With Crisis as our middle name (LUK Crisis Center), we are well versed in handling all kinds of issues that may arise. LUK exists to help people thrive – the people we serve and the people who work here. We appreciate creative thinking, uniqueness, and tenacity. We encourage staff to participate in numerous opportunities to grow as an individual and a member of a team, influence others and be influenced, be your best and do your best. We provide individualized services to the people we work with and offer flexibility so that staff can meet responsibilities at work and outside of work. The community is “LUK-y” to have the skills, experience, and talent of our staff!

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Requirements:

Purpose:

The CFSS Adventure-based – Lead Staff provides strength-based services to young people and their families to support progress toward their goals through adventure-based/experiential-learning opportunities.

Responsibilities Include:

• Acquiring a deep understanding and commitment to LUK’s Mission, Vision and Values and programming and advocacy
• To assist the Coordinator in all TREK services provided by LUK.
• Active outreach to create and maintain active partnerships within the community.
• Ensure timely and thorough completion and submission of all required documentation by staff, including billing.
• Lead staff to ensure the successful development, implementation and success of program outcomes.
• Promotes and participates in quality assurance activities.
• Provide crisis management and intervention as appropriate.
• Ensure that program complies with all licensing, regulatory, and purchaser requirements.
• Ensure program vehicles are maintained to industry standards.
• Maintain licenses and certification to industry standards.

Knowledge and Experience Required:

• 3 years of experience working with youth and families
• 1 year of experience as a field guide or facilitation of other AB/EL programming
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Outdoor Education or related field preferred
• Bilingual/bicultural candidates encouraged to apply

Skills and Abilities:

• Design and implement risk management strategies in regard to trip planning, evacuation planning, gear safety inspection and participant safety training.
• Provide services that respect each family and youth’s cultural background, heritage, and identity
• Lesson planning and seasonal adventure cycle planning.
• Wilderness First Aid or First Responder.
• Outdoor technical skills such as (but not limited to) small craft water vessels, mountaineering/climbing, high/low ropes challenge course, hiking/backpacking, Snowsports.
• Ability to drive 12 passenger van and trailer.
• Cultural responsiveness
• Strong communication skills
• Computer skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively on a team
• Internet access for remote work
• Driver’s license along with reliable and safe transportation
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships

How to Apply:
Submit a cover letter and resume sharing your interest and unique qualifications for this position to:

Online: Click “Apply for Job” below, fill out demographic information, and attach your résumé and cover letter.

Mail: Director of Human Resources
LUK, Inc.
545 Westminster Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420

Email: HR@LUK.org with the subject line “CFSS Adventure-based Lead Staff”

Job Location:
The CFSS Adventure-based Lead Staff will work in Central Massachusetts with access to office space in Boylston. Transportation required. Ability to work remotely on occasion.

Salary Range and Benefits:
Pay Range: 12. Salary Range: $41,600 – $51,500. Salary ranges within each pay grade are based on qualifications, skills, and experience.

Contact LUK’s Human Resources Department for information on our exceptional Benefit Package.

For benefit-eligible positions, LUK provides an extensive and unique benefit package. For more information on LUK’s employment benefits please visit: www.LUK.org/Benefits

Position Overview:

LUK Division: Community and Family Support Services (CFSS)

LUK Component: Adventure-based/Experiential Learning

Direct Supervisor: Project Coordinator

LUK Staffing Category: 12

This position is 40 hours per week

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EOE and Diversity Commitment:

LUK is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our team includes talented professionals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences—from those with firsthand knowledge of the communities we serve to recent graduates and experienced professionals. We believe that bringing together people with different perspectives makes us stronger and better equipped to serve our communities.