Bouldering Project's mission is to foster meaningful human connection with the most inspiring and inclusive climbing, movement, and community spaces. We care deeply about humans. We're driven by the pursuit of better. We create joyful places and pathways for climbing, fitness, yoga, and social experiences that inspire people to challenge themselves and engage in a lifestyle centered around health, friendship, and purpose.
Youth Programs Instructor Youth Programs Instructors provide exemplary leadership and foster a safe and inclusive environment for all youth programs participants. Instructors lead and facilitate climbing instruction, games and activities, across all youth programs and are expected to follow and uphold all BP rules and policies related to youth instruction and programs.
AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS

• Facilitate check-in, waivers, rental shoes, facility rules, and orientation.
• Attend training sessions and monthly staff meetings.
• Provide ongoing feedback to Programs Manager about day-to-day activities.
• Lead group activities in an articulate and engaging manner.
• Constantly communicate with parents, coworkers, and campers in a professional manner.
• Promptly report any suspicious or inappropriate behavior or abuse towards youth.
• Consistently engage youth in exciting and challenging activities while maintaining safety.

GROUP/CAMP/BIRTHDAY FACILITATION AND INSTRUCTION

• Facilitate check-in, waivers, rental shoes, facility rules and orientation with Youth Program participants.
• Develop and execute lessons that contribute to and reflect the quality of BP's youth programs.
• Instruct Youth Program sessions in collaboration with/under the guidance of the Programs Manager.
• Participate in individual and group coaching of scheduled groups.
• Provide excellent customer service to all families entering the Bouldering Project facility.
• Manage groups both inside and outside of the facility.
• Adaptability and flexibility around working with youth at a variety of ages and abilities.

COMMUNICATION

• Maintain regular communication with Programs Manager regarding youth programming at BP.
• Communicate with youth participants and their families in a friendly and professional manner.
• Provide ongoing feedback to youth, their families, and Programs Manager regarding the needs and development of youth programs participants.

FACILITY SAFETY AND INCIDENT RESPONSE

• Ensure that all participants are aware of the risks, rules, and regulations of the facility.
• Actively promote risk mitigation through ongoing instruction and orientation.
• Ensure the safety of participants, staff, and regular customers through group organization, oversight, and control.
• Respond to any and all safety or health incidents following the Safety Manual and protocol.
• Administration of first aid in accordance with Safety Manual and BP protocol.
• Documentation of incidents through incident report log.
• Track and maintain Bouldering Project Youth Program equipment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 18 years of age.
• Enjoy working with youth.
• Availability Monday through Friday 8:30am-4pm for full week adventures over the summer (Full Time Seasonal) or available to work four weekdays with one weekend day preferred (Part Time Seasonal)
• Ability to lift at least 40lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk for 8 hours.
• Previous customer service experience preferred.
• Climbing experience not required but preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to stand on their feet for at least 8 hours. Many duties require a flexible schedule based on business hours and needs including weekend availability.

$21 - $21 an hour
Bouldering Project strives to embody equal opportunity in our workplaces. We believe that different perspectives and identities strengthen our communities and unlock our potential.