Join RamaYear - A Residential Service Experience
Through our RamaYear program, recent college graduates devote a year or two of their early careers to an immersive, residential service experience on our Rhinebeck, NY campus. Ramayears live and work on our 250-acre Rhinebeck, NY campus alongside a team of other driven and passionate young adults from across the country. We are currently hiring for a 3-month, salaried position with benefits, including room and board.
Our facilitators spend their days working with groups of youth and educators on social-emotional development and outdoor adventure-based activities that build teamwork, communication, and relationship-building skills. These individuals lead icebreakers, facilitate ropes courses, build campfires, and walk participants through leadership development exercises. Additionally, Ramayears play roles in various Ramapo programs such as our Staff Assistant Experience (transition to independence program) and other community programs.
At the outset, new RamaYear staff members receive intensive training in Ramapo’s Approach and philosophy, acquiring a toolbox of skills and strategies to create environments that foster success. Through their experiences working with groups of youth and educators, they strive to embody these practices and role model them effectively each day.
The monthly stipend for the position is $2,083 and entails a 3-month commitment, with the possibility to extend. Room and board are included, with 3 meals provided daily. Staff typically share a 2-bedroom apartment with another staff member.
Qualifications:
- Ability to live on Ramapo’s campus in Rhinebeck, NY for 3 months
- Motivation, and an interest in Ramapo’s mission
- Experience in youth development, special education, community development, and/or adventure education is a plus
- AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply
Make a difference and inspire change: impact thousands of children, young adults and educators each year by helping them to realize their full potential.
To apply, please visit us online: http://www.ramapoforchildren.org/ramayear
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement