Climbing Wall Instructor​/Monitor

Westside Recreation Centre is a world‑class facility based on a lifestyle and wellness concept. Since 2000, we have been providing families with high quality and accessible recreation facilities, programs and services.

The Climbing Wall Instructor/Monitor position has the responsibility to provide quality leadership for a variety of climbing wall programs mary responsibilities include program instruction and belaying during open time. Other duties can include: volunteer supervision, program planning and administration, promotions, and risk management implementation.

• Supervise and oversee program and drop-in participants in the climbing wall
• Provide supervision for uncertified instructors and volunteers
• Provide new guests and members with Climbing Wall Orientation
• Provide belay tests to those participants with previous climbing experience
• Provide excellent customer service and climbing wall information to our customers
• Belay during open climbing hours
• Belay during birthday parties and rentals
• Instruct climbing wall programs for children, youth and adults
• Ensure the safety of all participants
• Assist with route setting

• Take daily attendance of program participants
• Lesson plan based on course requirements
• Attend any staff meetings/additional training
• Maintain written record/reports as necessary
• Answer any public inquiries and/or complaints
• Administrative duties as required

• Complete Incident Report Forms as required
• Assist in weekly safety and inventory checks
• Ensure waiver forms have been signed by a parent or legal guardian
• Follow all general facility rules related to general behavior, demeanor, use and care of facility areas, criminal activity

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced noisy environment
• Ability to work inside as well as outside when required
• Ability to lift 20–25 lbs on a daily basis
• Must be able to belay for long periods of time

• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lead small groups
• Good communication and problem‑solving skills
• Good planning and organizational skills

• Must be of 18 years of age or older
• High 5 is considered an asset
• Have CGI (Climbing Gym Instructor) Level 1 ACMG certification, or active CWI (Climbing Wall Instructor) Levels 1&2 CWA certification or actively working towards getting certified

• Part‑time, evening and weekend shifts available