Summer Camp Facilitator - Minneapolis

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. 

Job Description: Summer Camp Facilitator

Hours:  Part-time, Non-exempt 

Reports to:  Programs Manager

Compensation:  $16-$18 hourly

Position timeline: June 2nd-August 29th

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. 

Summer Camp Facilitator

Summer Camp Facilitators will be responsible for carrying out all applied aspects of youth programming at Minneapolis Bouldering Project during Summer Camps. This role includes both providing instruction during programming, as well as working closely with the Summer Camp Supervisors and Youth Programs Manager to continuously improve upon MBP Summer Camp offerings.  Effective communication with other staff, managers, gym guests, youth participants, and families is at the core of the position. Summer Camp Facilitators will give and receive feedback, and their nurturing and growth are the core interest of the Programs Manager. 

ESSENTIAL PROGRAMS DUTIES

•Model excellent facilitation, communication, and collaboration with co-coaches.

•Facilitate check-in, waivers, rental shoes, and facility rules with Youth Program participants. 

•Execute curriculum that contributes to- and reflects the values and quality of MBP’s youth programs. 

•Actively supervise youth–enthusiastically facilitate and participate in program activities.

•Proactively provide ongoing feedback to the Summer Camp Supervisors Youth Programs Manager about day-to-day activities and supplies, and promptly report any troubling or inappropriate behavior by or towards youth.

•Consistently communicate with parents, coworkers, and participants in a professional manner.

COMMUNICATION 

•Comfortability providing ongoing feedback to youth, their families, and the Youth Programs Manager regarding the needs and development of youth programs participants. 

•Promote safety and etiquette through effective communication with youth participants, families, and instructors.

•Work under the guidance of the Summer Camp Supervisor and  Youth Programs Manager to proactively respond to youth safety concerns or behavioral issues.

FACILITY SAFETY AND INCIDENT RESPONSE 

•Assist in maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked youth programs equipment and spaces.

•Ensure that program instructors and participants are aware of the risks, rules, and regulations of the facility. 

•Actively promote risk mitigation through ongoing instruction and orientation. 

•Respond to injuries, accidents, or incidents following the Safety Manual and MBP protocols, ensuring proper documentation of incidents via the incident report log.

•Administration of basic first aid in accordance with Safety Manual and MBP protocol. 

•Basic first aid involves giving band-aids, ice packs, and rest.

•Document incidents and near misses through incident reports. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

•Able to be flexible in working hours:  weekdays during summer camp hours.

•Occasional weekend shifts available.

•Active supervision and engagement of youth in up to a 5:1 ratio. 

QUALIFICATIONS

•Consistent weekday availability

•Experience working with youth in a formal, instructional context.

•Enjoys interacting with youth ages 5-12. 

•Effective communication and collaboration skills.

•Interest in climbing, willingness to bolster understanding of climbing technique. 

BENEFITS

Benefits of working at Bouldering Project include:

•Time & Half on the following select holidays:

•Independence Day (July 4th),Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve (December 24th), New Year’s Eve (December 31st), and New Years Day (January 1)

•401k Retirement Plan

•Accrued Sick & Safe Time

•Industry Benefits:

•Free Membership for you and a plus one to all BP gyms

•Pro deals from industry and local partners

In-person interviews with the Youth Programs Manager will be scheduled on a rolling basis. We anticipate the hiring process running through mid-May. Thank you for your interest.  

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

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

Salary : $16 - $18