Challenge Course Director - Summer Camp Leadership

West Suburban YMCA | Newton, MA; Wayland (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

West Suburban YMCA in Wayland, MA, is seeking a Challenge Course Director responsible for the management and implementation of challenge course elements, including high and low ropes activities for summer camp and group rentals. This position involves overseeing safety standards, training staff, and coordinating curriculum. Applicants need a minimum of 4 years' experience in adventure programs, CPR and First Aid certifications, and a comfort with diverse community interactions. The role offers part-time work in spring and fall, and full-time in summer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience leading groups on high and low ropes elements.
• Proven technical skills in outdoor top-rope belay systems.
• Demonstrated experience administering risk management practices for adventure programs.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety standards and equipment care for challenge courses.
• Coordinate programming for team-building and ropes activities.
• Provide in-service training for course facilitators.
• Enforce safety guidelines to ensure participant safety.

Skills

Leadership on ropes courses

First Aid and CPR certifications

Risk management practices

Crisis response abilities

Technical setup of belay systems

Effective communication

Education

ACCT-recognized Challenge Course certification

Job description

West Suburban YMCA in Wayland, MA, is seeking a Challenge Course Director responsible for the management and implementation of challenge course elements, including high and low ropes activities for summer camp and group rentals. This position involves overseeing safety standards, training staff, and coordinating curriculum. Applicants need a minimum of 4 years' experience in adventure programs, CPR and First Aid certifications, and a comfort with diverse community interactions. The role offers part-time work in spring and fall, and full-time in summer.