Coordinator of Retreat Programming
Coordinator of Retreat Programming
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Job Description
The Coordinator of Retreat Programming is responsible for the logistics planning and of retreat programs ensuring a smooth and positive experience for participants. This includes handling bookings managing the schedule coordinating with service providers and resolving any issues that may arise
Essential Functions:
Operate Outdoor Adventure Activities
- Assist with the organization and presentation of the Catholic retreat programming that integrates the spiritual emotional and physical challenges of the high and low ropes course
- Facilitate transformative experiences for school and youth groups through outdoor adventurebased activities rooted in Catholic values
- Assist with the coordination of scheduling and logistics for all outdoor adventure offerings ensuring smooth operations in collaboration with retreat staff and visiting groups
- Collaborate with the group leaders to cocreate retreat agendas that blend prayer reflection and outdoor challenge elements
Build relationships with Catholic School and Parish Communities
- Work with the Director to build and maintain relationships with Catholic Schools and parishes to offer engaging missionaligned outdoor retreat opportunities for youth
- Participate in Archdiocesan events that increase visibility for ODwyer programs
- Coordinate offcampus relationship building opportunities with school and parish leadership.
- Work with Director to organize tailored retreat experiences
- Follow up with school and parish contacts following indoor and outdoor retreats to ensure repeated guest usage of dynamic program experiences
Manage Operation of Adventure Course
- Work directly with the Director to assist with training scheduling and recruiting staff providing ongoing instructions and in safety procedures facilitation techniques and emergency response
- Help facilitate the ropes course ensuring all equipment is properly maintained inspected and compliant with safety standards and industry best practices
- Manage inventory and procurement of gear and supplies
- Work with the Director to maintain ODwyer Retreat House records
Qualifications:
- Must have a High School diploma; some college is preferred
- Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing
- Planning and facilitation experience
- Experience within a ministry environment preferable
- Availability to work a schedule that includes weekend hours
- Willingness to work at heights of at least 20 feet to facilitate adventure activities
- Experience with facilitation Catholic formational programs is preferable
- Excellent customer service and relational skills
- Proficiency in computer use including Microsoft Office Suite social media and websites
- Excellent writing proofreading and organizational skills
Pay Range: $Annualized
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position including health dental and vision coverage; employerpaid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday sick and personal leave.** Please click on the link below for more detailed information:
Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
