Developmental Disabilities Specialist

Ropes Course Specialist

The Ropes Course Specialist at Camp Ernst works as part of a team to lead programs and ensure campers have a successful week. The specialist will support and lead all high and low ropes course programs, plan and execute activities, and model the camp values.

Responsibilities:

• Operate high and low ropes elements according to training and operating procedures.
• Assist in daily set-up and take down of ropes course equipment.
• Document daily all assigned equipment checks, element checks, facility checks, and safety checks in the ropes log.
• Assist in tracking person and equipment use in ropes log daily.
• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and order of ropes course area and equipment.
• Assist in tracking inventory and notify Ropes Course Coordinator or Program Director of any equipment needs or repairs.
• Train both campers and staff in the philosophy, skills, activities, and safety procedures of high and low rope courses.
• Lead ground school training to all participants and verify participants' proper use of equipment prior to allowing them to enter the course.
• Guide group discussions and debriefing activities for high low ropes course.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to complete and retain high and low ropes course safety certifications, provided by camp.
• Must be able to work at heights, climb up/down a frame/vertical ladder, and pull self and another person across ropes course.
• Current state approved First Aid & CPR certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• YMCA Child Abuse Prevention training certification must be completed prior to the beginning of the camp program.

Work Environment:

Camp Ernst

Language:

English

Company:

YMCA of Greater Cincinnati