Challenge Course Specialist

Alfond Youth and Community Center Oakland, Maine, United States

About this position

Description:

 Love climbing, teamwork, and helping others reach new heights? Join the Camp Tracy team as a Challenge Course Assistant! In this hands-on role, you’ll support daily operations of the Challenge Course by belaying climbers, maintaining equipment, and creating a safe, encouraging, and fun environment for campers. Working closely with the Challenge Course Manager, you’ll help provide proper instruction, supervision, and support to ensure every participant has a positive and confidence-building experience. This position is perfect for safety-minded, energetic individuals who enjoy working with kids and thrive in an active outdoor setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Ensure the safety of all patrons & members; remedy all unsafe practices or conditions immediately.
  • Demonstrate and instruct proper spotting techniques.
  • Inspect, issue, and maintain Challenge Course equipment; document unsafe equipment and remove it from the inventory to be repaired or replaced.
  • Demonstrate good judgment on group dynamics.
  • Provide first aid in emergency situations.
  • Maintain positive public relations with members and guests.
  • Perform general custodial and maintenance functions of the course, as necessary.
Requirements:

 KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

  • Certified in standard first aid and CPR
  • Knowledge of climbing, rope care, and maintenance
  • Extreme attention to detail and safety needed
  • Must be 18 years old or older

EXPERIENCE:

  • Belaying experience with ATC or GriGri
  • Experience working with children and supervising staff

 SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

  • Team player
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to details
  • Passion and ability to work with kids
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Critical thinking
  • Flexibility

WORK SCEHDULE: Seasonal / Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm 


 We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.