Team Building Facilitator

About the role

Join our mission of providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities! As a Team Building Facilitator, you'll lead groups through high ropes courses, climbing activities, and team-building challenges that build confidence, communication, and trust. You'll spend your days outdoors helping participants grow while creating meaningful experiences for children and adults with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Safely lead and supervise team-building and challenge course activities
• Facilitate group discussions and debriefs that encourage reflection and growth
• Set up, inspect, maintain, and store program equipment
• Communicate effectively with participants and fellow staff members
• Operate tools and equipment as needed
• Create a positive, engaging, and inclusive experience for participants of all abilities

Requirements

• We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, dependable, and passionate about helping others succeed.
• Ideal candidates will:
• Be at least 18 years old
• Be available for required training August 24–28, 2026, and at least one weekday per week (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) thereafter
• Be comfortable with heights and physical activity
• Be willing to work at Camp Friendship and Camp Courage, with occasional travel to Camp Eden Wood as needed
• Have the ability to guide groups through challenges and encourage teamwork
• Demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Successfully pass a background check

Qualifications

• No Experience? No Problem! Previous facilitation or ropes course experience is not required. We provide comprehensive training and support to help you succeed in the role.

Skills

• Success in this role comes from your ability to:
• Communicate clearly and connect with participants of all ages
• Motivate and encourage participants through challenges
• Resolve conflicts and think on your feet
• Work collaboratively as part of a team
• Adapt to changing situations and participant needs
• Respond appropriately to challenging behaviors, including physical aggression

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and work-life balance
• Gain hands-on leadership, facilitation, and public speaking experience
• A beautiful outdoor work environment
• Employee referral program
• Fun organization-wide events
• Summer meals
• Cabin rental discounts
• Retailer plan with employer match potential
• And more!

Pay

Pay $17.42/hour during training $20–$25/hour based on the number of events facilitated. More events facilitated = greater earning potential

Schedule

Schedule Part-time with flexible hours Events typically run from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM or 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (hours may vary)

About True Friends

True Friends is a nonprofit organization providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities. We serve more than 25,000 individuals annually through programs including camp, respite, retreats, team building, therapy, and adaptive recreation.