About FIND Outdoors:

FIND is an outdoor recreation nonprofit that centers forest education and stewardship. FIND Outdoors serves over 800,000 visitors each year with over 250 educational and recreational programs, special events, and tours, and manages recreation, education, and camping facilities in North Carolina, and Georgia. In addition, FIND offers our visitors forest- related gifts, education resources, and provides partnership opportunities for the health of our forests and the safety of our forest users on public lands.

Job Description:

Explorers Club Counselor

Job Type: Part-time Seasonal

FIND has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Explorers Club Counselor. Explorers Club is an outreach of FIND Outdoors and provides high-adventure outdoor recreation trips for youth who have previously had limited access to such opportunities. These trips occur on local public lands at a minimum cadence of six through the May – November season, primarily occurring on the weekends. Trip frequency will be based on program interest and could occur as many as 3-4 times per month should a second cohort be opened.

This position plays a key role in youth mentorship, family communication, and trip delivery, and works closely with the Chief Education Officer and Explorers Club Coordinator to ensure safe, well-organized, and meaningful experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and instruct youth during outdoor recreation trips
• Provide positive mentorship that builds confidence, skills, and a sense of belonging
• Foster a fun, engaging, and inclusive group environment
• Model and enforce best practices for safety, risk management, and supervision
• Collaborate on program delivery, enrollment, and trip planning
• Support parent and caregiver communication, including logistics, expectations, and follow-up
• Assist with trip preparation, including meal planning and basic meal preparation
• Set up, inspect, and maintain program gear before and after trips

Required Skills and Abilities

• Fluency in Spanish (required)
• Prior experience in youth programming (education, recreation, mentoring, or similar settings)
• Strong verbal communication skills with youth and adults
• Ability to motivate and inspire youth in outdoor settings
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to problem-solve and adapt in dynamic outdoor environments

Education and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in youth programming required. Experience in outdoor recreation, environmental education, or experiential learning strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable and competent in outdoor environments. Proficiency or willingness to participate in activities such as hiking, backpacking, climbing, kayaking, and biking
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Schedule & Timeline

• March - April: Planning and administrative hours focused on enrollment support, parent communication, and trip preparation. Roughly 5-10 hours/week. Planning/administrative work can be done remotely.
• May - November: Regular weekend hours supporting Explorers Club trips. Roughly 20-25 hours/week when trips are occurring.

FIND Outdoors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.