Climbing Wall Attendant

COUNTRYSIDE YMCA•Lebanon, OH

9d•$12 - $13•Onsite

About The Position

The Climbing Wall Attendant helps operate a safe climbing wall by enforcing policies, supervising participants, providing instruction and belaying support, inspecting equipment and facilities, and maintaining required records. The attendant responds to member concerns respectfully and follows emergency procedures when accidents occur. The role requires physical activity, including standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, and repetitive motions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Countryside YMCA is committed to protecting children and vulnerable individuals. Employees must follow child protection policies, complete required training, and report suspicious or inappropriate behavior immediately. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Requirements

Be at least 17 years of age.
Have knowledge of indoor rock climbing, including climbing technique, belaying, routes and rating systems, and rock-climbing safety equipment.
Hold CPR/First Aid and Belaying certifications.
Employees over 18 must pass a criminal background check.
Have a member-service focus and the ability to communicate with a variety of age groups.
Maintain punctual and reliable attendance.
Be able to perform the essential duties, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Meet the physical requirements of the role, including frequently standing, walking, talking, hearing, lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, and performing repetitive motions; occasionally stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and using close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Responsibilities

Know and enforce all climbing wall policies and procedures.
Handle member concerns effectively and respectfully.
Visually inspect the equipment and facility when opening and closing the wall, and immediately report problems.
Supervise climbing wall participants, including belaying, auto belaying, and spotting climbers.
Provide climbing instruction using the YMCA-established curriculum.
Belay climbers as needed.
Determine whether individuals are eligible to use the climbing wall.
Teach and demonstrate proper use of climbing equipment, including harnesses, belay devices, and shoes.
Maintain current attendance records, equipment inventory, and a list of individuals certified to belay.
Accurately complete and file required forms and checklists.
Know emergency procedures and respond to accidents of varying severity.
Follow child protection policies, complete required training, and promptly report suspicious or inappropriate behavior.