Summer Camp Coach / Camp Lead Coach

Job Description

Job Description:\n\nTitle: Camp Coach / Camp Lead Coach Reports To: Recreational Head Coach Department: Camp Team FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Classification: Seasonal, Part Time or Full Time Hours Location: Site-Specific (San Diego Region) Camp Coach Job Description The Why: Mesa Rim’s vision is to improve the quality of life of our community. We believe that climbing can be transformative and we seek to inspire lifelong climbers who connect with themselves and others. Camp coaches bring this to life by providing a fun and encouraging camp experience for youth climbers. The How: As a Camp Coach, you thrive when working with kids. You have a positive attitude and know that camp is meant to foster learning, growth, and having fun! You are kind, patient, encouraging, and able to connect with kids and keep their attention. You take safety seriously and understand the diligence and attention to detail required to oversee a group of children for extended periods of time. As a Camp Coach, you enjoy climbing and are passionate about sharing climbing with others. The What: Instructional and Operational Excellence: Camp Coaches are responsible for coaching participants in camp, ensuring all Mesa Rim protocols are followed. Understand and adhere to Mesa Rim Core Values and Camp Mesa Rim HandbookExecute group and individual climbing instruction appropriate for session participantsAssess and strive to improve basic climbing skills and techniques of session participants, including recommendations of other Mesa Rim programsContribute to the development and implementation of creative activities for youth programs, supporting participants’ sense of accomplishment and masteryDemonstrate, educate, and enforce all safety and activity guidelines associated with youth camp and program areasAssist during check-in/pick-up, ensuring participants leave with authorized adultsWork as a team to efficiently clean (wash dishes/materials, organize/inventorize gear, wipe down tables, etc.) after each session concludes Support with proper setup, teardown, and operation of ropes courses and other camp activities performed during Camp Mesa Rim sessions and trainingSupport Camp Lead, following instructions and executing tasks as requested Coaching Presence Excellence: Camp Coaches are responsible for overseeing groups of youth climbers; Coaches must be attentive, demonstrate professionalism, and uphold Camp Coaching Standards. Regularly oversee a group of approximately four participants between the ages of 4 and 14 years; occasionally responsible for temporarily overseeing group of up to 20 participantsBuild rapport and trust with participants, motivating them and encouraging their progressTeach and support the development of good ethics and sportingship Act as a role model and mentor, modeling constructive participation in all camp activitiesSupervise participants during their breaks and camp yoga sessionsComfort homesick and/or unhappy participantsCommunicate with parents about participants’ experiences and report concerns to Camp Lead and/or Supervisor Other work-related duties as assigned Hours vary and minimums may be required according to the needs of business operations at each location Must-Haves:Must be at least 16 years of age Must be a compatible match with the Mesa Rim Climbing Center cultureMust have the ability to seek and accept, as well as give, critical feedback in a professional mannerMust demonstrate a positive attitude and be a team playerMust have a drive to grow professionallyMust have at least two years of climbing experienceMust have at least two months of belaying experienceMust enjoy working with youth ages 4 to 14 years oldMust be available for training sessions one week prior to camp start dates (summer season only)Must have seasonal open availabilityMust demonstrate an inclusive instruction philosophy that fosters community, builds confidence, and nurtures youth development on and off the wallsMust be able to communicate with participants, parents, and members of the public on behalf of Mesa RimMust be able to work in an organized and transparent mannerMust demonstrate ability to adapt to changeMust be able to efficiently and effectively multitaskMust pass criminal and sex offender background check prior to start of work Nice-to-Haves:Previous professional experience working with youth strongly preferredPrevious youth coaching experience Current First Aid & CPR Certification Participation in Mesa Rim’s “Movement Series” and “Knots & Gear” climbing classes or equivalent Previous “Leave No Trace” training Experience with yoga Camp Lead Coach Job Description The Why: Mesa Rim’s vision is to improve the quality of life of our community. We believe that climbing can be transformative and we seek to inspire lifelong climbers who connect with themselves and others. Camp coaches bring this to life by providing a fun and encouraging camp experience for youth camp participants. The How: As a Camp Lead Coach, you are passionate about working with kids and seek to contribute to the success of Mesa Rim’s Camp program. You have a positive attitude and know that camp is meant to foster learning, growth, and having fun! You have experience working youth camps and know what’s required to run them effectively. You are kind, patient, encouraging, and able to connect with kids and your fellow Camp Coaches. You take safety seriously and understand the diligence and attention to detail required to oversee a group of children for extended periods of time, and you hold that high standard for yourself and the team. As a Camp Lead Coach, you consistently demonstrate leadership and professionalism, and are a go-to resource for both your fellow coaches and the community. The What: Instructional and Operational Excellence: Camp Lead Coaches are responsible for coaching participants in camp in accordance with camp protocols and ensuring camp operations run smoothly during shift. Fulfill job functions of a Camp CoachExecute group and individual climbing instruction appropriate for session participantsDemonstrate, educate, and enforce all safety guidelines associated with youth camp and program areasAssess and strive to improve basic climbing skills and techniques of session participants, including recommendations of other Mesa Rim programsLead by example by consistently coaching in accordance with the Camp Mesa Rim HandbookLead participant check-in/pick-up, following procedure and ensuring participants leave with authorized adultsEnsure camp area and equipment is organized and clean after each session concludes, delegating tasks as needed Lead setup, teardown, and operation of ropes courses and other camp activities used during Camp Mesa Rim sessionsSupport supervisor in facilitating session debrief discussions with the teamContribute to the development and implementation of creative activities for camp, supporting participants’ sense of accomplishment and masteryMaintain and inventory camp equipment, reporting any shortages to supervisorPossess advanced knowledge of all gym offerings (climbing, yoga, fitness, pro-shop, setting, youth programs, etc.) and share this knowledge with Camp Coaches and communityUnderstand and enforce all emergency and injury procedures associated with the camp programUnderstand and execute youth belay test and certification procedures Coaching Presence Excellence: Camp Lead Coaches are responsible for overseeing groups of youth climbers and providing shift leadership for Camp CoachesAct as a role model and mentor to Camp Coaches, modeling effective coaching practicesLead the execution of daily camp program, ensuring proper curriculum is followed and camp runs on scheduleProvide direction, tasks, and feedback to coaches as neededRepresent the program to the community, answering questions and speaking with parents as neededLiaise with the Front Desk Team to ensure successful check-in for programs; when applicable, demonstrate advanced knowledge of RGP, checking in and ringing up customersTake initiative in problem solving and utilize sound judgment; understand when to include management, and in the absence of management, make critical decisions for the well-being of the gym, its users, and staff in such areas as safety and customer service; report to supervisor when program-related discrepancies occurBe the go-to Camp Coach in the case of upset camp customerEnsure Camp Coaches take required breaksRegularly communicate strengths and areas of improvement to supervisor for both program operations and team member performance Assist in training Camp Coaches on camp protocols, equipment, and executing camp curricula Regularly oversee group of approximately four participants between the ages of 4 and 14 years; occasionally responsible for temporarily overseeing group of up to 20 participantsBuild rapport and trust with participants and coaches, motivating them and encouraging their progressTeach and support the development of good ethics and sportingship Supervise participants during their breaks and camp yoga sessionsComfort homesick and/or unhappy participants Other work-related duties as assigned Hours vary and minimums may be required according to the needs of business operations at each location Must-Haves:Must be at least 18 years of age Must have High School Diploma or equivalentMust contribute to Mesa Rim Climbing Center cultureMust have ability to seek and accept, as well as give, critical feedback in a professional mannerMust demonstrate a positive attitude and be a team playerMust have a drive to grow professionallyMust have at least two years of climbing experienceMust have at least two months of belaying experienceMust enjoy working with youth ages 4 to 14 years oldMust be available for training sessions one week prior to camp start datesMust have seasonal open availabilityMust demonstrate an inclusive instruction philosophy that fosters community, builds confidence, and nurtures youth development on and off the wallsMust be able to communicate with participants, parents, and members of the public on behalf of Mesa RimMust be able to work in an organized and transparent mannerMust demonstrate ability to adapt to changeMust be able to efficiently and effectively multitaskMust pass criminal and sex offender background check prior to start of work Nice-to-Haves:Previous professional experience working with youth strongly preferredCurrent First Aid & CPR Certification preferred Get Stoked For Access To:Being part of an amazing team and company culture that focuses on personal and professional growth, authentic communication, and genuine care for one anotherMesa Rim membership, access to Mesa Rim classes, pro-deals, and Pro Shop discountsAccess to Employee Assistance Program Physical Demands and Work Environment: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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit in a harness, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; utilize manual dexterity to handle or feel; use both hands at the same time; reach overhead with arms; walk up and down stairs, and grip with hands; walk on hard/soft and even/uneven surfaces; use a computer; talk, yell and hear. The employee may frequently be required to do physical work lifting and/or moving up to 25-50 pounds, and occasionally lifting and/or moving between 50 and 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.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 the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to loud noise, airborne particles, dry conditions (non-weather), and occasionally exposed to falling objects, trip hazards, risk of moving mechanical parts, mechanical burn and bodily fluid. San Diego Camp Coach Pay Range: $18.25-$20.50 /hourSan Diego Camp Lead Pay Range: $21.25-$24.50 /hour By submitting an application below, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions: I certify that all information I have provided in order to apply for and secure work with the employer is true, complete, and correct. 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