Overview
Climbing Site Managers (CSM) assist in providing outdoor education and leadership development programs for school groups, adult groups, and at-risk youth by directing all climbing activities. The CSM sets up the climbs, briefs the staff and participants, manages safety and educational effectiveness, and takes down the climbing site.
Be a part of an incredible base camp program with 3rd graders and their parents!
Dates: 3/7 – 3/10
Contract Rate: approx. $750
Qualifications:
Minimum 21 years of age. Current first aid & CPR certification. Outdoor teaching experience with adults and youth. Advanced skills in: rock climbing, anchor building, & LNT. Current Single Pitch Instructor or Rock Guide certification from AMGA, PCGA or PCIA. Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork skills. Ability to work effectively alone and in groups. Ability to work flexible hours. Ability to implement and model effective risk management practices and manage field risk.
Required Skills:
Excellent guide skills with managing climbing activities with groups. Rock clumbing skills including but not limited to: setting up top-rope anchors, belaying. Skills in leadership, teamwork, time management, organization, judgment, planning and communication including such abilities as: Interpreting group dynamics, Listening and giving feedback, Facilitation, teaching, role modeling, and life skills in order to unlock potential, promote self-discovery and inspire growth in our students.
About Outdoor Adventures by Boojum
Founded in 1975, Outdoor Adventures by Boojum is a nonprofit that helps people learn more about themselves, each other and the environment. We work to provide customized programs for those looking to experience the outdoors through hiking, rock climbing, high-ropes courses, and other fun yet challenging activities. Over the years, we have benefited more than 100,000 people in our role as an educational partner and established an enduring reputation for value, integrity and fun.
