Job Opportunities at SFMC
Whitewater Raft GuideJob Duties:
Function as a whitewater raft guide (paddle and/or oar rig) on SFMC river trips, including multi-day wilderness trips on the Rio Chama and single day trips on the Rio Chama Day Section and the Rio Grande Racecourse. Ensure the safety of clients both on and off the river. Assist SFMC staff with client and group management, facilitation, logistics, and overall safety. On trip duties also include care and management of boats and equipment, meal preparation and oversight.
Qualifications:
Must have significant documented whitewater guiding experience. Must be culturally competent and responsible, as well as have the ability to build trust and rapport with a variety of populations, including adjudicated youth, at-risk youth, LGBTQ youth/adults, and people living with HIV/AIDS. Ensures that all SFMC policies and procedures are adhered to at all times. Consistently follows ethical guidelines as stated in the SFMC Policies and Procedures Handbook and follows all safety and risk management guidelines stated in the Risk Management and Safety Plan. Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a background check and possess a clean driving record. Must have CPR and First Aid (or higher training, such as WFA/WFR/etc).
Pay Scale: $100-$140 per day, DOE
Contact Person:
Jenn Jevertson
Therapeutic Adventure Program Manager
Santa Fe Mountain Center
PO Box 449, Tesuque, NM 87574
jenn@santafemc.org
505-983-6158 x 13
Fax 505-983-0460
Necessary Documents: SFMC River Guide Application, Documentatation of River Miles.
How to Apply
Complete the SFMC River Guide Application (download below) and send, along with your resume and a cover letter, to Jenn Jevertson, Therapeutic Adventure Program Manager via email, fax (505-983-0460), or mail (PO Box 449, Tesuque NM 87574). You must also attend the MANDATORY guide meeting on Friday, April 4 at 3PM at the SFMC office in Tesuque.