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Description
~ Blackbird Farm is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the public about sustainable living, agriculture, and livestock. ~
Sustainable Farming is the practice of growing food in a way that preserves and enhances the environment, provides economic opportunity and good health for individuals and communities, and connects people to the land around them. Blackbird Farm strives to create personal and social change through Sustainable Agriculture. We farm in a way that grows the best possible food, and grows the next generation of youth leaders along with it.
Position Overview
The Resident Advisor supports small groups of students for our Farm Program. The RAs will be assisting and participating with our students in various activities, overseeing bunks, and assisting with other duties/activities to support the program goals.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the following:*
- Sleep in Student Housing to assure safety and camp guidelines are being met
- Establish team or cohort connections with assigned Campers
- Conduct meetings with students and chaperons daily
- Liaison and manage relationship between Pathways and Camp Clients
- Support Students in Experiential Learning Activities and create a safe environment for them.
- Facilitate Small Group Discussion and Debrief with students.
- Responsible to get all students to activities on time
- Set emotional tone for activities
- Motivate students throughout the camp process
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 1 to 2 years experience working with At-Risk Youth
- Prior Camp RA or Teaching experience is preferred
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Employee must pass TB Test and Physical Examination
- Must hold valid driver license for at least the past 3 years
- Clean driving record
*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being performed and/or represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
To Apply
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