Southern District YMCA / Camp Lincoln, Inc. · 1 month ago
ROPES COURSE PROGRAM LEAD - Summer Camp 2026
Kingston, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelSouthern District YMCA is a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Ropes Course Program Lead will oversee daily operations of high ropes course programs for campers, ensuring safety and engagement while leading and supervising staff and participants.
Civic & Social Organization
Responsibilities
Oversee daily operations of high ropes course programs for campers entering grades K-9th
Lead large and small groups through a progression of teambuilding activities, low ropes elements, high challenge course elements, and reflective discussions tailored to their program goals
Assist in designing and facilitating progressive programs for week-long programs
Delegate and support staff assigned to the high ropes and challenge course areas in facilitating activities, providing supervision, and belay technique
Maintain strict safety protocol for all ropes course programs according to Camp Lincoln’s policies and industry standards
Ensure all campers and staff are equipped with well-fitting and appropriate safety equipment for their activity and monitor the use of equipment and camper safety at all times
Prepare program supplies for activities ahead of program start time
Responsible for inspecting all equipment for functionality and safety before each use as well as proper records and storage after use
Work closely with the Ropes Course Director to maintain a high level of program quality
Assist with and lead challenge course (low ropes) programs
Participate in and assist with all required ropes course trainings
Attend required abuse risk management training
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
18+
Level 1 ropes course certification. Level 1 certification provided for successful applicants
Must pass Skills Verification, including rescue skills, following staff training, and necessary shadowing
Patient and reliable
Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information
Organizational and communication skills
Energetic and positive personality
Must be able to complete YMCA required training as scheduled by management
Must maintain updated certifications of the job (CPR and First Aid/AED)
Must successfully clear FBI and state criminal background checks
Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
Ability to lift up to 40lbs
Ability to push, pull, bend and kneel regularly
Ability to work outdoors for entire shift, regardless of weather
Preferred
Experience working with youth aged 5-14 in an educational setting preferred
Familiarity with various camp activities
Company
Southern District YMCA / Camp Lincoln, Inc.
Nurturing the potential in every child. Promoting healthy living. Fostering a sense of social responsibility.
Founded in 1926
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Kimberly Masucci
Chief Executive Officer
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