Rock Climbing Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of a multi branch Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the Midcoast Maine community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position requires an individual who is a certified belayer and can safely assist members in climbing on the indoor rock wall.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise and assist YMCA members in climbing on the indoor rock wall.
• Manage, oversee, and actively work the rock wall for weekend events and rentals.
• Capable and effectively working alone and with others assisting.
• Help during open climb hours from 4:00PM-7:00PM Tuesdays and Fridays.
• Create a positive experience for participants through professional and courteous behavior.
• Report all incidents/accidents to supervisor.
• Ensure the safety of all participants.
• Interact professionally with other employees, members, program participants, volunteers, donors, and other individuals within the community, always being mindful of maintaining donor confidentiality and the YMCA's core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other appropriate individuals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Relationships
• Communication
• Developing others
• Inclusion

WORK ENVIROMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Requires the ability to demonstrate proper climbing techniques and safety.
• The employee frequently is required to sit, reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits:

• Gym membership
• Dental/Vision

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Bath, ME 04530: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified belayer (training available on site)
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in climbing, including proper use of equipment and safety.
• Certified in First Aid and CPR (training available on site)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Knowledgeable about Y processes and procedures.
• Ability to work with integrity, discretion, and a professional approach.