• Job Description

  Req#: 90194

  Description

  Momentum Youth Program Coach

  
  

  
  

  A Momentum Youth Program Coach assists in facilitating and coaching Momentum Youth Programs under the direction of the program’s Head Coach, directly reporting to the Youth Program Manager (YPM).

  
  

  Coach’s work on a part-time basis, a minimum of 2 shifts per week, coaching either Momentum’s Mo Mini, Base Camp, or Youth Club programs.

  
  

  
  

  Staff Expectations and Development

  
  

  Lead by example to foster a positive community consistent with the Momentum vision and values Continually grow positive program culture

  Communicate with YPM on Youth Program schedule and events

  Attend ongoing Youth Program Training

  Customer Service and Facility Obligations

  
  

  Provide hands on instruction for Youth Program Participants

  Provide a positive customer service experience for parents, giving feedback on climbers before and after practice

  Develop a basic understanding of gym programs and products

  Ability to put immediate needs of participants first at all times

  Ability to command respect, enforce safe climbing practices, recognize unsafe conditions, and discuss any concerns with fellow coaches and participants in a professional manner

  Weekly Recurring Tasks

  
  

  Assist head coach with weekly lessons for practices

  Assist Front Desk staff with handing out & putting away youth program equipment

  Enforce Momentum policies in a friendly, patient, and respectful manner

  Gain awareness of each participant's skill levels and needs

  Keep practice engaging and fun for all participants with active participation

  
  

  Requirements

  REQUIREMENTS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  
  

  
  

  Hours and Availability

  
  

  Part-time, Minimum 2 shifts per week, maximum 16 hours per week

  Coaching on multiple days of week preferred

  Youth Programs typically run weekdays 3:30 PM-6:30 PM

  
  

  Experience, Skills, and Certifications

  
  

  Must have at least 1 year of climbing experience and show a strong enthusiasm for climbing.

  Ability to work with a large group of kids, ages 3-7, 7-12 or 12-18

  Experience in the disciplines of bouldering, sport climbing, and traditional climbing preferred.

  Experience in customer service, staff management, and event coordination required.

  Experience with formal instruction or teaching preferred.

  Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively in person, and through email, and phone.

  Basic computer skills

  Willing to respond to unexpected tasks with a positive attitude.

  
  

  Environmental and Physical Demands

  
  

  Comfortable working in a loud, environment on a regular basis

  Comfortable speaking in front of and providing instruction to large groups

  Be comfortable working at height, moving up and down a climbing wall

  Continuously stand and walk on unstable and uneven surfaces for long periods of time.

  Able to repeatedly lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs of weight on a regular basis.

  Able to balance, kneel, pull, push, and grasp objects as needed.

  Have the visual acuity to assess details such as harness buckles, knots, and belay technique.

  
  

  COMPENSATION, BENEFITS, AND PERKS

  
  

  Starting at $14/hour

  Free membership to all Momentum climbing facilities.

  Discounts on Momentum instruction and programs

  Pro deal benefits after 90 days of employment

• About the company

  Offering Roped Climbing and Bouldering facilities in Utah, Texas, and Washington. Yoga & Training classes at every location and fun monthly events!

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