Ropes Course Manager

THIS IS A SEASONAL SUMMER CAMP POSITION. You are not required to live at camp, however it would be ideal.

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Ropes Course Manager is primarily responsible for the safe and organized operation and program planning and implementing of the High and Low Ropes Course on camp.

The Ropes Course Coordinator develops program goals and implements, coordinating the efforts of counselors assigned to the activity area.

Responsibilities | The Ropes Course Coordinator is responsible for…

Serving as the authority on safety at all Ropes Course elements, working closely with staff to ensure safety standards and procedures outlined in the Ropes Course Operations Manual are understood and maintained at all times by all camp staff & campers

Understanding camp emergency policies and procedures on Ropes Course operations

Maintaining all ropes course equipment in proper condition, and appropriately documenting its usage

Properly instructing all campers & staff on safety standards and procedures for all Ropes Course activities

Communicating proactively with CYJ leadership on key matters, including behavioral and safety matters, and document regular safety evaluations of Ropes Course staff

Ensure all participants in ropes course activities are instructed in safety rules for the Ropes Course, and using equipment that is appropriately suited to size and ability

Conducting routine Ropes Course emergency response drills with all Ropes Course staff as needed

Supervising Ropes Course staff during all activities to ensure adherence to policy and staff well-being

Immediately correct any unsafe practices, reporting any concerns to supervisors and camp leadership

Coordinating with Merakzim (Unit Heads) appropriate staff coverage of peulot tzrif (bunk activities) and tiyulim (campouts) that take place at the ropes course

Planning, preparing and implementing safe and age-appropriate program goals for Ropes Course activity areas and for camp-wide Ropes Course programs

Collaborating with the Israel Education Director and Jewish Education Director to meet camp-wide programmatic goals focusing on Connected Judaism

Coordinating daily activity plans of Ropes Course specialists for all activities on the Ropes Courses

Leading camp-wide activities through coordination of a va’ad (committee)

Ensuring clean, orderly, and safe Ropes Course by developing, explaining, and enforcing instructions for all staff and campers on the use of Ropes Course supplies

Creating inventory of and ordering all necessary materials, and packing away materials for the next year

Assist your staff with problems and questions, and support their needs

Regularly evaluate performance of staff members within your specialty, following camp evaluation policy

Act on behalf of Ropes Course specialty area on issues involving camp community

Be a presence and an advocate for camp wide policy

Perform other duties as assigned

If you live at camp full time, you will receive a travel reimbursement, lodging and all meals.