Belayer

Part-time Description Session ClimbingJob Description JOB TITLE: Belayer/Youth Program Instructor DEPARTMENT: Youth Programs REPORTS TO: Sielya Parkinson FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt Summary REVISED DATE: Session’s Youth Programs are designed to be a great opportunity for children and teens to learn the skills necessary to climb safely, the technique used to climb efficiently, and to gain confidence in themselves in a social and collaborative environment. You will maintain a structure and environment to facilitate youth program participants in developing climbing skills, friendships, character, and the adoption of a growth mindset. This is achieved via a combination of climbing, fun and games, and team-building activities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: [Note that this is not intended to restrict the tasks that may be assigned.] Facilitating and supporting group activities for a variety of ages and abilities, ranging between 6-17 year-olds Collaborating with the Youth Program Coordinator to create a structure for teaching kids important skills and facilitating fun climbing experiencesFollowing through with plans that should include games, climbing technique instruction, group ice breakers, and schedules for each dayProviding a safe and welcoming environment for climbers to grow and learnAct as a guide to children and parents on proper etiquette in the gymSetting up games, and day-to-day operationsCleaning and breaking down of any equipment or activities and all spaces usedTeaching proper technique, how to use equipment, gym rules, and safetyWorking as a member of a team, you will interact with other crew members as well as other department teamsCommunicating effectively with other instructors on the team to discuss day-to-day activities and any needs for improvementsCommunicating respectfully and clearly with all parents and guardiansCommunicating with the Youth Program Coordinator about desired schedule or time offProperly clocking in and out using PaylocityChecking and replying to all communications via email each time you workRegular attendance and schedule adherenceOther duties as assigned Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Temperature-controlled indoor work environmentExposure to airborne chalk particles This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. All employees are to maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that they get along with customers, clients, coworkers, management, and stakeholders Requirements Required Skills and Abilities To perform this job successfully, list the essential duties that an individual must perform satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Be able to belay using the P.B.U.S. methodCapable of creating and executing a vision for a Youth Climbing ProgramExcellent communicator, motivator, and collaboratorCPR/First Aid CertifiedAble to pass a background check Physical Requirements 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. Constantly: 6 or more hoursAbility to use hands to grasp and arms to reach to propel oneself up and down a climbing wall and/or use a belay device and rope systemDepth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawlAbility to talk and hearAbility to wear a harness, helmetVision: Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Availability Monday-Friday, 8am-3pm