What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Staff position at Attleboroymca?
The Attleboro Norton YMCA is seeking Sports staff for its Downtown location. Ideal candidates will have experience playing and coaching a variety of sports as well as working and managing youth and adult leagues. Night and weekend availability is required.
TITLE: Sports Instructor
LOCATION: DT Branch
SUPERVISOR: Sports Director
DATE: April 2023
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Sports Director, the Sports Instructor is responsible for upholding the image and core values of the Attleboro YMCA. The Sports Instructor ensures that participants in any program have a positive experience resulting in continued engagement with the Y through membership and/or other programs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- prior recreational experience in a variety of sports
- prior experience coaching various sports to different age groups
- knowledge of child growth/development and appropriate age characteristics
- a positive, friendly attitude and strong interpersonal skills
- evidence of strong relationship-building skills and outstanding communication skills
- ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people from all social and economic segments of the community
- ability to stay calm and respond effectively in an emergency
- quick, effective decision-making skills
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Deliver high quality programs including instructional sports classes, birthday parties & rentals, and competitive programs/leagues. Assist in development of curriculum for classes to ensure a high level of quality and consistency between classes and instructors.
- Serve program participants in an upbeat manner to provide a positive and enjoyable environment.
- Behave in a professional manner, exemplify a healthy lifestyle, and demonstrate a genuine interest and dedication to improved health.
- Maintain open communication with the Sports Director and other staff about any facility or department issues including concerns or problems related to staffing, members, and programs.
- Understand and abide by YMCA policies, facility policies, accident/incident reports, code of conduct, etc.
- Work as a team player supporting co-workers and the mission of the YMCA in the community.
- Start and end classes on time and arrive 10 minutes before class start for any necessary set-up.
- Keep sporting equipment organized and report damaged equipment to Sports Director.
- Attend staff and committee meetings as needed or directed by your supervisor.
- Ensure that YMCA policies and best practices are followed and that classes and programs are operated in a safe environment.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be physically fit and able to lead and participate in a variety of sports and physical activities including running, jumping, squatting, and lifting.
- Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, such as sports equipment and furniture.
- Must be able to talk, hear and communicate effectively with others including the ability to communicate verbally and to project one’s voice across distance in loud situations.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING:
- Must CPR and First Aid certified (or achieve within 90 days of hire)
- Annual Child Abuse Prevention Training