Climbing Wall Staff

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Climbing Wall Staff to join our team!

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

As a Climbing Wall Staff, you will instruct class participants in climbing wall classes and activities. If hired for this position, you will prepare lesson plans with a natural progression while enforcing all safety rules and regulations at the climbing wall, while creating a fun and exciting environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will prepare lesson plans with a natural progression appropriate to the age and ability of the participant. • You will lead and assist participants in skill development and activities. • You will enforce all safety rules and regulations at the climbing wall, while creating a fun and exciting environment.

Are you a good fit?

• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. • You have experience or education in recreation, physical education, or related field. • You are belay certified (preferred). • You have a positive attitude and previous experience with youth and diverse populations. • You have knowledge and skills in rock climbing and related equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques. • CPR, First Aid, AED certifications (preferred). • Willing to complete Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and other online or in-person training as required. • Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).

Wage: $17.13 to $17.16 per hour, depending on qualifications

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Tom Taylor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership • Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center • Professional training, education, and certification opportunities • 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise