Outward Bound Australia aims to build stronger communities by inspiring Australians to discover, develop and achieve their potential, through journey based experiential education.

We are seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals with the desire to build a career with Outward Bound Australia, and a keen interest to continually learn and challenge themselves, to help us achieve this mission. As a 'Group Instructor' you will be involved in implementing experiential education programs according to client aims, Outward Bound Australia operating procedures, philosophy and values.

Location of Work  

• National Base, Tharwa ACT                       
• Operational Areas in NSW, ACT and VIC     

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the packing for a mobile area and assist in setup of area.
• Prepare equipment, food and other resources as required for course(s) and / or area(s).
• Ensure appropriate level of understanding of operational area through participation in touring days.
• Ensure appropriate level of understanding of client requirements through pre-course briefing.
• Facilitate a process to ensure accompanying teacher has clear role and responsibilities.
• Attend to the physical, social, emotional well being of the group, and each individual within the group.
• Have an awareness of program issues external to the group, eg: logistical or medical incidents.
• Maintain communication with back-up/support staff and the Course Coordinator with regard to activity timings, individual and group issues.
• Adhere to Outward Bound Australia safety procedures, exercise sound judgements, and consult with the Course Coordinator/Team Coordinator as required.
• Present activities in a safe, educational manner, ensuring all participants have sufficient understanding of that activity, to the extent of their ability.
• Assess and repair damaged issue equipment, as required, on and after course.
• Complete all paperwork as required in a timely, professional manner.
• Receive feedback from supervisors and peers about performance.
• Offer feedback about individual staff performance, course effectiveness and outcomes.
• Act in a backup/support capacity when required.
• Clean up and repair equipment upon completion of course.
• Assist in the operation of a mobile area.
• Provide support to Outward Bound Australia general operations in a wide range of tasks. 

Selection Criteria

Skills

• Ability to work within a team
• Ability to lead small work teams
• Sound understanding of experiential education
• Activity/Group risk analysis and management skills
• Ability to safely run the range of outdoor activities used by Outward Bound.
• Proven understanding of Outward Bound philosophy and values and their implementation 

Experience

• Experience leading groups in an Outdoor Setting
• Experience in Behavioural Management
• Experience facilitating group development 

Training and Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation or equivalent
• Wilderness First Aid (minimum 60hr course)
• Lifeguarding qualification
• Bushwalking skills and experience
• White water grade 2 canoe qualifications
• River Rescue Award or equivalent
• Rafting skills and experience
• 4WD skills and experience

Personal Attributes

Character Traits

• Self aware
• Energetic
• Enthusiastic
• Confident
• Sense of Humour
• Considerate
• Compassionate
• Optimistic
• Easy going

Safety

• Consistently meet safety needs of self and others
• Sound Judgement

Professionalism

• Organised
• Attention to detail
• Adaptable
• Flexible
• Proactive
• Initiative
• Reliable

Values Driven

• Honesty
• Courage
• Determination
• Conviction
• Fair minded
• Humility 
• Servant leadership

Interpersonal Relations

• Respectful of self and others
• Empathetic
• High awareness of others
• Approachable 

Attitude/Behaviour/Performance

• Hunger to learn
• Consistent role modelling
• Well presented at all times
• Positively supports Outward Bound policies and procedures
• Adoption of Outward Bound values both personally and professionally.

We are now taking applications for a September 2008 start date!

To apply send us a covering letter, resume and the application form addressing the selection criteria.

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