What are the responsibilities and job description for the Climbing Wall Staff position at Keene Family YMCA?

Job Type

Part-time

Description

The Keene Family YMCA is seeking a part-time Climbing Wall Instructor to lead classes, open climb sessions and rentals on our 30' indoor rock wall. The Y offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including free membership, and the opportunity to be part of a supportive team of dedicated professionals committed to strengthening community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests while exemplifying the Y's commitment to the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility.
Responds to all member and community inquiries in a timely manner.
Leads or assists with energizing, fun, culturally aware, safe, open climbs, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living.
Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
Provides direct supervision and instruction to climbing participants in accordance with the YMCA Best practices, and policies and procedures.
Conveys program information, surveys, and annual campaign information to participants.
Follows all YMCA emergency and safety procedures.
Participates in staff meetings, training, events, reviews, and other scheduled events.
Set-up and maintain class equipment use and configuration and be accountable for housekeeping
Upholds all YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct.
Projects a positive, enthusiastic, and professional image on the job.
Be self-motivated, working independently or as a team member.

BENEFITS

All full and part-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits :

Membership to the Y

Flexible schedules

Professional development opportunities

401a retirement plan with company match, plus option to contribute to a 403b retirement savings account

The opportunity to work for a mission-driven organization and to make a real difference in the lives of others in your community

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Meets 80% to 100% of the following qualifications :

Must be at least 16 years of age

Ability to perform duties with professionalism, enthusiasm, kindness, empathy, care, honesty, and respect.

Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with class participants, superiors, and co-workers.

Must be able to implement oral and written instructions.

Exercises mature judgment and sound decision making.

Must work very well in a team environment and be physically able to move climbing equipment.

Must have basic belay knowledge and proper use of climbing equipment.

Willingness to learn additional areas in the climbing department.

PREFERED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS :

Must have at least 5 years' experience with climbing

Must be belayed certified using ATC and GRIGRI devices.

Working knowledge and experience with climbing harnesses, ropes, belay devices, carabineers and other related climbing apparatus required.

Must have a fundamental knowledge of climbing skills and the ability to demonstrate belay techniques.

Must have knowledge of proper use of climbing equipment.

Salary Description

hourly - pay grade 4

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