What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Counselor position at Momentum Indoor Climbing?
Description
A Summer Camp Counselor works on a seasonal part-time basis instructing weekly summer camps. Must be at least 14 years to apply.
Momentum is seeking enthusiastic counselors with a strong work ethic and a love for kids to join our seasonal summer camp staff. We strive to be leaders in the outdoor industry, helping campers conquer new heights, make lasting memories, and build a foundation of active play centered around climbing.
At Momentum, we use our unique gym setting to teach kids about climbing, to spark a passion for physical activity, and keep a playful atmosphere throughout the week. A counselor helps to create an environment that is exciting, playful and safe. Counselors assist in teaching essential climbing techniques, top-rope climbing, bouldering, games on and off the climbing wall and other fun activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS
Distribution of focus:
This 20-25 hr/week position will focus on instructing weekly summer camps while creating a safe, fun, and exciting camp experience for all campers.
Administration
- Create a fun and exciting environment for campers to explore the vertical world of climbing
- Lead games and activities with participants
- Identify participant's skill levels and needs
- Help with setup and breakdown of camp each day
Customer Service and Facility Obligations
- Provide a positive customer service experience for parents, giving feedback on campers before and after practice
- Ability to put immediate needs of campers first at all times
- Ability to command respect, enforce safe climbing practices, recognize unsafe conditions, and discuss any concerns with fellow staff and campers in a professional manner
- Enforce Momentum policies in a friendly, patient, and respectful manner
Weekly Recurring Tasks
- Identify camper’s skill levels and needs
- Keep camp engaging and fun for all campers with active participation
- Lead games, activities, and curriculum with campers and staff
- Interact with parents before and after camp
- Ensure setup and breakdown of camp is completed daily
- Assist operations staff with summer camp gear and front desk summer camp needs
Hours and Availability
- 20-25 hours per week
- Monday-Friday (June 3rd-August 16th)
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND PERKS
- $14/hour
- Free membership to all Momentum climbing facilities - Upon completion of seasonal employment, membership will extend through the New Year
- Opportunity to develop/improve teaching, coaching, and facilitation skills
Requirements
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Basic knowledge of climbing safety and techniques; climbing experience required
- Ability to work with a large group of kids, either ages 4-6, ages 6-12 or ages 12-16
- Experience coaching, programming, and facilitating is preferred, but not required
- Experience working with children is preferred, but not required
- Ability to put immediate needs of participants first
- Ability to command respect, enforce safe climbing practices, recognize unsafe conditions, and discuss any concerns with fellow counselors and campers in a professional manner
- Valid certification in First Aid/CPR or WFR/WFA is preferred, but not required
ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Comfortable working in a loud, environment on a regular basis
- Comfortable speaking in front of and providing instruction to large groups
- Be comfortable working at height, moving up and down a climbing wall
- Continuously stand and walk on unstable and uneven surfaces for long periods of time.
- Able to repeatedly lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs of weight on a regular basis.
- Able to balance, kneel, pull, push, and grasp objects as needed.
- Have the visual acuity to assess details such as harness buckles, knots, and belay technique.
Salary : $14
