What are the responsibilities and job description for the Volleyball Coach position at Greater Susquehanna Valley YMCA?
- GENERAL FUNCTION:** The coach/instructor is responsible for providing high level/age appropriate instruction to the participants of the program. He/she develops strategic plans and implements them according to the set objective. The coach/instructor is also responsible for supervision of other staff needed to run the event.
**PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES:**
- Develop game plans, and make strategic decisions during matches
- Assessing player skills, providing feedback, and mentoring players to improve their performance
- Developing and implementing training programs and practice sessions.
- Meet with the Sports & Recreation Director/Field Hockey Director to discuss plans and upcoming events
- Building a positive team culture, fostering teamwork, and managing team dynamics
- Assist in teaching field hockey skills and strategies to players, providing both individual and team instruction
- Assist with promotion and marketing of events
- Supervise player, and foster a positive team environment
- Perform other duties set by Sports and Recreation Director/Field Hockey Director
- Effectively communicate with players, parents, officials, and other coaches.
- Ensure the safety of players during practices and games
- Each coach must carry emergency forms for all the players at all times
- Transporting players other than your own children in your personal vehicle may only be done if you meet the minimum insurance requirements as per the YMCA personnel policy
- Coaches pay is contingent upon attending all required practices and tournaments as noted in their coach contract
- All required YMCA trainings and clearances are considered part of coach duties and compensation
- QUALIFICATIONS: ** The coach/instructor must have a high school diploma and experience working in the desired field. College coaching and/or playing experience strongly encouraged but not required.
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