Rock Climbing Staff
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GO WEST CAMPS Colorado Springs premier Summer Day Camp is hiring staff for summer 2025. Here you will find all the community and connection of an overnight camp but have your nights and weekends free! Go West staff work MondayFriday 3540 hours per week May 19thAugust 1st.
ROCK CLIMBING STAFF Rock Climbing Staff are responsible for leading our rock climbing programs. Were lucky to have the opportunity to climb at some of Colorados best climbing destinations (Garden of the Gods Red Rock Canyon North Cheyenne Canyon). This position will focus on the entire climbing experience not only technical aspects but helping to guide campers to learn something new conquer a fear or push past limiting beliefs. Previous guiding experience or certification is preferred.
Working at Go West Camps isnt just a summer a way of life. While at camp youll experience lots of fun and adventurous activities but it is the community of understanding friendship and encouragement that keeps campers and staff coming back year after year.
We are looking for people with education and certification through nationally and internationally recognized organizations such as American Mountain Guide Association Red Cross the American Canoe Association National Outdoor Leadership School League of American Bicyclists USA Archery and others. An interest in teaching leading and working with youth is key for all of our staff members. We have also supported staff financially to get certification in these outdoor recreation areas.
Go West operates on a small group philosophy and staff will typically work with a group of 12 campers and one other staff member. The ages of our campers range from 5 to 15.
When its time to get energized or wind down at camp music can be key. Were always looking for staff who are excited to sing or play an instrument. We hope to use photos and video to document our campers experience at camp. If youre a photographer or GoPro wiz we need your skills.
THE PERKS OF WORKING AT GO WEST
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Get a head start! Thinking about a career in education or outdoor recreation Get real life experience working at camp and honing your skills.
CERTIFICATIONS Take it with you when you go! All of the Go West Camps staff have First Aid and CPR. Go West has supported staff financially to attend certification programs through the American Mountain Guide Association American Canoe Association and the International Mountain Biking Association. These certifications can be an asset in your job search after the summer.
REFERENCES Boost your resume! We love telling everybody how great our staff is. Camp is the perfect opportunity to create relationships with people who want you to succeed at camp and beyond.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN SETTING Location location location! While our focus is on youth development it doesnt hurt that were surrounded by the scenic Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Not a bad place to play and explore during the summer!
FOR FUN The opportunities for fun while you are on staff at Go West Camps are boundless. We will hike climb mountain bike kayak archery fish create art and swim among many many other great activities.
Job Type: Fulltime Temporary (Summer Season Only)
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Employment Type
Full-Time
