Challenge Course Coordinator - Camp Shady Brook

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region•Deckers, CO

3d•$480 - $480•Onsite

About The Position

The Ropes Course Director will manage a safe and positive experience for campers on the high ropes course, low ropes course, climbing wall, and natural rock climbing wall. Will constantly enforce regulations and practices that ensure the physical, mental, social, and emotional safety of all participants and staff.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous challenge experience and AMGA, IFMGA (ASI), NOLS or other top rope certification required.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Oxygen and First Aid Certifications
High School diploma or equivalent required
Prior experience with youth or family programming.
Must possess a cooperative spirit and be committed to character development by promoting and demonstrating caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to campers, staff, and program participants.
Must have a sincere and genuine interest in working with youth, and should relate well to all age levels and backgrounds of people.
Must ensure a safe and positive experience for campers and staff.
Ability to plan, initiate and lead small and large group activities
Physically fit and able to hike, walk, stand, bend and lift comfortably over the course of a day.
Mentally and visually alert to recognize potential hazards and accidents.
Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer emergency care effectively.

Responsibilities

Manage a safe and positive challenge course/climbing wall for participants utilizing challenge by choice.
Organize and lead initiatives, low ropes, high ropes course, climbing wall and natural rock climbing wall depending on the age of the campers.
Inspect the course(s) daily to insure that the equipment is safe and functional.
Complete accurate usage logs on a daily basis.
Immediately report any safety, health or equipment maintenance problems to the Camp Program Director upon discovery.
Maintain inventory of necessary equipment/supplies, and inform Program Director of needed supplies in a timely fashion.
Act as a positive role model for campers and other staff, demonstrating the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in the performance of job duties.
Prepare for and actively participate in staff training and staff meetings.
Play an active role in all camp activities.
May be called upon to live with a cabin group or to assist counselors with a cabin group.
Will work stay over weekends as assigned.
Evaluate current season, make suggestions, and create a Ropes Course Director manual for following season.
Other duties as may be assigned.