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YMCA of the USA

Overnight Counselor - Daily

Hudson, WI · On-site

$80/day

... challenge course, archery, horses, and arts and crafts as directed. • Maintain high standards for health and mental health in all activities for campers. • Provide care for each camper within ...

YMCA

Overnight Counselor - Daily

Hudson, WI

$80/day

... challenge course, archery, horses, and arts and crafts as directed. Maintain high standards for health and mental health in all activities for campers. Provide care for each camper within your ...

YMCA

Overnight Counselor - Daily

Amery, WI

$80/day

... challenge course, archery, horses, and arts and crafts as directed. Maintain high standards for health and mental health in all activities for campers. Provide care for each camper within your ...

YMCA of the USA

Overnight Counselor - Daily

Amery, WI · On-site

$80/day

... challenge course, archery, horses, and arts and crafts as directed. • Maintain high standards for health and mental health in all activities for campers. • Provide care for each camper within ...

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How much do challenge course jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for challenge course in Wisconsin is $26.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $39.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Challenge Course position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Challenge Course role, you should have strong leadership, safety awareness, facilitation skills, and familiarity with outdoor education or experiential learning. Certifications such as First Aid/CPR, Challenge Course Facilitator, or ACCT credentials, as well as proficiency with harnesses, belay systems, and related safety equipment, are often required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and adaptability help build trust and encourage participants to overcome obstacles. These competencies are critical to ensure participant safety, create positive experiences, and effectively manage group dynamics during courses.

What does a typical day look like working as a Challenge Course facilitator?

A typical day for a Challenge Course facilitator involves preparing the course, conducting safety checks, and guiding groups through team-building activities, both on the ground and at height. You’ll lead participants through physical and mental challenges, ensure adherence to safety protocols, and facilitate debrief sessions to encourage reflection and learning. Collaboration with other facilitators and staff is common, as is adapting activities to the needs and abilities of different groups. You may also assist with maintaining course equipment and help organize special programs or events. The dynamic nature of this role offers a blend of outdoor activity, group leadership, and personal growth opportunities.

What is a Challenge Course job?

A Challenge Course job involves facilitating team-building and adventure activities on high and low ropes courses. Employees ensure participant safety, guide group exercises, and encourage personal and team development. Responsibilities may include equipment setup, risk management, and leading debrief discussions. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

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Experiential Therapist - Pool

Experiential Therapist - Pool

Rogers Behavioral Health

Oconomowoc, WI • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Rogers Behavioral Health rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

743rd of 884 rated healthcare providers

Job description

New Employee Retention Bonus
*$5,000.00 retention bonus available!
(New Employee is defined as someone who has not been employed with Rogers for more than six months)
Schedules/Commitments:
Pool I - Minimum 4 shifts per month offered(1 must be on weekends)
Pool II - Minimum 8 shifts per month offered(3 must be on weekends)
Develops, plans, implements, facilitates, directs and evaluates experiential therapy programming in all specialized treatment areas. Knowledge and experience are applied in an educational role with interdisciplinary staff and community resources. Documents within designated program. Is knowledgeable, skillful and have abilities in a wide variety of experiential media. The Experiential Therapist I will have a working knowledge of a psychosocial functioning of patient/resident groups as well as application of expressive activities within a psychiatric setting. These include, but are not limited to, adventure-based and environmental activities, sports, dance, group initiatives, arts/crafts, music, outdoor activities, art media, psychodrama, horticulture, ropes and challenge course.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:


Conduct self in a professional manner.

  • Promote positive, team-oriented approach to patient/resident care. Maintain a supportive and collaborative environment with all disciplines.

  • Display leadership and positive role-modeling.

  • Display professionalism in all aspects of the position.

  • Demonstrate a courteous and respectful demeanor. Attempt to resolve individual issues in a positive, calm manner with a focus on solution.

  • Identify concerns and provide input for resolution.

  • Comply with Rogers Memorial Hospital policies and procedures - Infection Control, Safety and Employee Health, Human Resources and Experiential Therapy.

  • Participates in training new employees as directed by the leader.

Participate in the Rogers Improvement System (OS).

  • Develop an understanding of the ROS process.

  • Apply the ROS model to department functions.

  • Identify ROS concerns throughout the system.

Demonstrate an understanding of Joint Commission and other regulatory agency compliance guidelines.

  • Involve self in the learning and application of standards relevant to the Experiential Therapy department.

  • Attend informational meetings to increase awareness of regulations.

Programming.

  • Conduct experiential therapy, as scheduled.

  • Evaluate, plan and coordinate programming to meet patients'/residents' needs.

  • Maintain Experiential Therapy environments for safety and supplies.

  • Be flexible with work assignments, including schedule changes and program additions.

  • Have a good working knowledge of a variety of experiential therapies.

Documentation/Treatment.

  • Complete a treatment plan and evaluation according to Rogers policy.

  • Complete therapeutic documentation according to Rogers policy.

Patient/resident knowledge.

  • Demonstrate knowledge of intervention strategies and utilize redirection when necessary to maintain patients'/residents' safety.

  • Monitor patient/resident behavior and safely intervene appropriately, using de-escalation techniques and least-restrictive measures possible.

  • Establish a therapeutic rapport with patient/resident groups, while maintaining appropriate, professional relationships.

  • Demonstrate knowledge of psychosocial functioning of each patient/resident group. Know the common diagnostic categories and their relationship to patients'/residents' behavior within the setting. Demonstrate knowledge of treatment procedures/models (behavioral, recovery, etc.) and application within a therapy setting.

Staff requirements.

  • Attend all mandatory in-services and other in-services relevant to the position. Be responsible for all educational requirements and related obligations pertaining to the license of the program/unit license regulatory requirements governing the program(s).

  • Complete all required orientation competencies and training within the Experiential Therapy department and Rogers.

  • Attend Experiential Therapy department and program staff meetings, as required.

  • Meet with the manager of Experiential Therapy monthly regarding clinical guidance, training, program evaluation and problem reporting.

  • Conduct program-specific programming off Rogers Behavioral Health grounds, following procedures for using Rogers owned vehicles, for designated patient populations.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Additional Job Description:

Education/Training Requirements:
  • BS/BA degree is required, preferably in art, music, dance, recreation, or other therapies required. A Master's degree in these areas is preferred.

  • Certification/registration through appropriate credentialing board preferred.

  • Valid driver license in the state of employment (Residential and PHP/IOP assignments).

  • American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR or American Red Cross Professional Rescue certification is required within thirty (30) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification.

  • Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification, including self-defense training.

  • Ropes and Challenge Course training by Rogers Memorial Hospital, with yearly renewal (where applicable to the position).

  • Employees at the Child/Adolescent Day Treatment programs licensed under HFS *40 are required to have at least one (1) year of educational or work experience and a licensure or certification when serving children with mental health disorders.

  • Applicable to Experiential Therapy pool and Experiential Therapy fixed FTE staff dedicated to a residential cost center: Compliance in Residential Care Centers (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) employee training requirements.

Art Credential - Cert, Art Therapist Registered - Cert, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Spec - Cert, Dance Therapist - Cert, Music Therapist - Cert

With a career at Rogers, you can look forward to a Total Rewards package of benefits, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee share program
  • Life/disability insurance
  • Flex spending accounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health and wellness program
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)

Through UnitedHealthcare, UMR and HealthSCOPE Benefits creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Rogers Behavioral Health.To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please visitTransparency in Coverage (uhc.com)

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