The Head of Climbing for the Alford Lake Camp Challenge Course will be working in a co-instructor position, working closely with second facilitator to cover and share the instruction, supervision, safety, and debriefing responsibilities associated with the ALC Challenge Course. The facilitator will use the ALC program to provide an opportunity for campers to recognize and safely take risks, push themselves and reach their potential. This will include promoting self-confidence, positive group dynamics, and the expansion of their problem solving abilities. These individuals must be well organized, experienced, compassionate, and exceptional communicators when it comes to teaching others. Aside from the Climbing responsibilities are the odd jobs that we all pitch in with to make camp run. i.e. helping to pack picnic lunches, going to the beach to supervise campers, being a part of weekly staff meetings, being a part of weekly community meetings etc.... Qualifications for Climbing position: Must have current certification: • American Red Cross CPRO, First-Aid, AED Requires documentation of training and experience in Challenge Course facilitation SAFETY: The Head will be responsible for insuring the safety of each camper participating in the program. Work will include properly setting up the course, on-going inspection of the course and equipment and properly instructing the campers in proper use Understanding of emergency procedures and being comfortable responding to situations in a professional AND calm demeanor LEADERSHIP AND PLANNING: Be a positive role model Directs activities Maintain records of equipment use and condition Maintain records of camper participation Aids in developing the full potential of the course Deals calmly and efficiently with stressful situations PHYSICAL: Able to tie specific knots, belay (rope technique) campers, move from element to element and climb structures as needed SUPERVISION: The Head of Climbing will be responsible to supervise all activities connected with the course elements Work will include directing activities and debriefing Able to work independently Train and manage one other climbing counselor Communicate effectively with the Directors COMMUNICATION: Excellent communication skills are required Climbing Head should be adept at effectively communicating to a broad range of campers from varied backgrounds and encouraging communication between others JUDGMENT: Uses good judgment while making independent decisions regarding all facets of the safe and effective use of the course TEAMWORK: Works as a valuable team member within the community and with facilitating and operating the course with their staff member DEPENDABILITY: Available for the summer to lead programs Arrives on site on time. Maintains a commitment to the success of the course Follows procedures EXPERIENCE: Takes responsibility for knowing the ALC course and equipment TEACHING: Cultivates learning among the campers, including the technical skills as well as the experiential aspects of the course DEBRIEFING: Promotes constructive discussion processing the campers experiences in order to integrate what has been learned Physical Requirements (must be able to): Stand/walk for long periods Use of ladder Bending/stooping Kneeling/squatting Reaching/grasping Overhead work Pushing/pulling Repetitive use of hands Lift at least 35 lbs Camper interaction: Strong verbal, written, and listening skills Technical Skills: Ability to quickly and confidently tie all necessary knots (including, Double Figure 8, Figure 8 follow through, Sliding double barrel knot (redundant knot), Bowline, Clove Hitch) Capability to set up and take down each and every low and high course element Ability to safely PBUS Belay and Team Belay campers Successfully demonstrate a high course rescue Ability to prepare (front-loading) and follow-up (debriefing) of the group Understanding of all safety requirements of the following elements: ~ Vertical Elements: Climbing tower, Rappel wall, Leap of Faith ~ High Traversing Elements: Two Ships Crossing, Burma Bridge ~ Low Elements: Mohawk Walk, Wild Woozy, Spider's Web, Swing (Nitro Swing)
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