Under the supervision of the Camp Director and Assistant Director, the High Ropes Director provides direct instruction for the Challenge Course area to a group of children between the ages of six and thirteen in a traditional day camp program. The High Ropes Director will coexist with the Assistant Ropes Instructor, mainly focusing on the high and low ropes course elements. The Ropes Course Director will help champion a culture of service excellence and support and advocate the mission and values of the YMCA.
Essential Functions
Possess mature judgement and sound decision making
Ability to observe camper behavior and apply appropriate behavior management techniques
Monitor daily camp operations to adhere to all state, ACA, and YMCA regulations
Relate to people in a positive but firm manner while motivating and guiding campers and staff to succeed in camp program
Maintain positive relationships with parents, staff, and campers
Possess a broad knowledge of camp activities, goals and objectives, risk management, programming planning and implementation techniques that help to create a fun, safe, and educational environment
Instruct numerous classes per day for different age groups
Ability to develop and adhere to lesson plans
Maintain safety and cleanliness standards for the Ropes Course areas
Maintains administrative records as required
Provide a safe environment for campers and staff
React calmly and quickly in an emergency situation in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures
Respond to environmental and other safety hazards that relate to the camp program
Prevent accidents by maintaining constant observation, enforcing health and safety rules, and maintaining emergency readiness
Perform an inventory assessment at the beginning and the end of the camp season
Job Segments
Assist Camp Directors in various areas of pre-camp staff orientation.
Assist in an Overnight
Attend 1-2 Family Nights
Lead the entire camp in songs, games, and activities
Must be at least 18 years of age or older
Current state approved first aid certification (YMCA can provide training pre-season)
Current state approved CPR/AED certification (YMCA can provide training pre-season)
Completion of a certification course in the adventure area (YMCA can provide training pre-season)
Two or more years working with children, preferably in a day camp setting
Must be highly organized
Must complete Merrimack Valley YMCA online Child Abuse Prevention Training within the first two weeks of employment
Working Conditions
Position will include leading programs both indoors and outdoors
A typical camp week is Monday through Friday 7:45 am to 5:00 pm
There are events (ie. Family Nights and Overnights) that require more than a 40 hour work week
Physical & Mental Demands
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Position requires ability to walk/run around the rough terrain of Camp Otter
Able to stand/move without sitting for four to five hours at a time
Able to handle all emergency situations that may arise
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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