Youth Sports Coach
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is looking for talented individuals with a passion for the YMCA mission and cause, an understanding of YMCA programs and services, and whose everyday priorities are a reflection of the core YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Instructs and coaches a youth sports team at the Lockport Family YMCA. The is a part-time position.
GENERAL WORK SCHEDULE:
10 – 15 hours per week, evenings and weekends.
BENEFITS:
Complimentary YMCA Buffalo Niagara family membership, discounted program fees, and an outstanding work environment. Employees are immediately eligible to enroll and contribute to the Y Retirement Fund’s 403B plan and will receive a 12% employer paid Y Retirement contribution after eligibility requirements are met.
Other benefits include leadership development opportunities, training, and career advancement.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Responsible for the setup and breakdown of the program area and for the maintenance and control of supplies and equipment.
- Implements sports program activities according to the plan and schedule. Ensures YMCA program standards are met.
- Provides leadership and guidance to participants. Ensures the safety of participants.
- Ensures effective communication with participants, parents, staff, and volunteers.
- Records participant attendance, skill level achievement, and other required information.
- Follows department protocol to clean and disinfect commonly used surfaces. Maintains the cleanliness and organization of program/work areas.
- Enforces safety rules and reports and treats any injuries.
- Distributes and collects program satisfaction surveys.
- Attends and participates in required staff meetings and trainings sessions.
- Completes additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Knowledge and experience in the appropriate sports skills.
- Ability to effectively lead and supervise youth groups.
- Strong customer services skills.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Hiring Rate $15.00
- Job Start Date Monday, June 12, 2023