YMCA CAMP CHEERIO JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Climbing Staff
Branch: Camp Cheerio
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Seasonal
Reports to: Climbing Director, Program Directors
Revision Date: 9/13/23
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction and daily supervision of the Climbing Director and Program Directors, the Climbing Staff teaches and assists coordination of Camp’s climbing activities including the Climbing Towers, High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Vertical Playpen and Obstacle Course. The Climbing Staff assists with maintaining standards that lead to a quality program and participates as a member of Support Staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Adheres and complies with the YMCA of High Point Employee Manual, Policy & Procedures Manual, Code of Conduct and Camp Cheerio Staff Standards & Expectations.
- Assists in checking equipment and making (or securing) repairs.
- Assists in conducting initial and end-of-season inventory, storing, and keeping equipment in good condition.
- Assists in daily set-up and take down of climbing equipment.
- Assists in coordinating specialization with other camp activities.
- Works with the Climbing Director to set up climbing areas including the high ropes course and climbing towers.
- Writes activity plans that foster participants’ climbing skills with the help of the Climbing Director.
- Awards recognition and participation certificates to campers.
- Conducts daily checks of equipment in the area for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
- Submits requests for new equipment and supplies when needed, with approval of the Climbing Director and Program Director, ensuring timely arrival materials.
- Teaches and monitors proper use of equipment.
- Serves as an active member of the Support Staff, helping and participating throughout camp as needed.
- Administers basic first aid until qualified medical personnel arrive.
- Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
- Conducts behavior at all times in a professional manner to reflect positively on the YMCA.
- Performs other duties and tasks as requested by immediate supervisor to facilitate efficient and effective operation of the YMCA.