Climbing Wall Lead Staff

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties • Sumner, WA

7h • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Climbing Wall Lead Staff to
join our team!

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and
well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable
organization committed to strengthening community through youth development,
healthy living and social responsibility.

As a Climbing Wall Lead Staff, you will provide supervision, leadership, and
motivation for participants in climbing wall programming under the supervision
of the Program Director. Individuals in this role are responsible for providing
a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values:
caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more of related experience rock climbing.
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able to demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem solving skills.
• Experience or education in recreation, physical education, or related field.
• Belay certified.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with youth and diverse populations.
• Knowledge and skills in rock climbing and related equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.
• Willing to complete Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and other online or in-person training as required.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Previous experience working with diverse populations, preferably in a rock climbing setting.
• Ability to instruct climbing wall classes.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans with a natural progression appropriate to the age and ability of the participant.
• Lead and assist participants in skill development and activities.
• Enforce all safety rules and regulations at the climbing wall, while creating a fun and exciting environment.
• Assist and support leading the climbing wall programs under the directions of program director.
• Assist in recruiting and leading volunteers to assist with programming support.
• Create and maintain class schedules and rosters.
• Responsible for the implementation of the activity program.
• Plan, lead, and participate in program activities at the climbing wall.
• Lead participants in the climbing wall program.
• Keep parents informed of performance and changes pertaining to their child's classes.
• Track daily class attendance.
• Return phone calls and emails and track appropriately.
• Meet performance measurement through annual giving, major gifts, and/or endowment by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise
• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED