Ropes Course Coordinator - YMCA Camp Ocoee- Summer 2026

Are you passionate about working with children and helping them create memorable experiences? Do you thrive in an outdoor environment and have experience with climbing and a high ropes course? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team as a Ropes Course Coordinator for summer 2026 (full time/seasonal)!

Camp Dates: May 18, 2026 - July 31, 2026 (first two weeks are mandatory training).

As a Ropes Course Coordinator you will be responsible for all aspects of adventure, climbing and high ropes programs for campers.

Responsibilities:

• Focus on safety and fun for all campers
• Responsible for training other staff on ropes course
• Create tailored schedules based on children's age groups
• Structure class schedules and content to best suit campers and needs
• Help solve camper issues
• Demonstrate leadership with your involvement and participation in other camp activities and events
• Perform first aid or provide care for injuries as needed
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 20 years of age or older
• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Two years of experience in adventure sport, climbing and high ropes courses
• Valid driver's license required
• Proven experience working with children
• Familiarity with camping and various outdoor activities
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Leadership, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
• A good understanding of risk management and safety
• Positive, energetic, reliable, self-motivated, prompt, and patient

Physical Demands:

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including hiking, running, crouching, and carrying children
• Walking up to 5 miles per day, stooping, standing, hearing, seeing, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings and varying weather conditions and temperatures

Training:

• Certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, and O2 (provided by Y upon hire)
• Y Camp training required before camp sessions, including online safety courses (campers arrive June 1)
• New Employee Orientation required within one week of hire

Work schedule

• Other

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Other