Sports & Wellness Director

Description

JOB TITLE:                               Sports and Wellness Director

Location:                             Mandel JCC, Boynton Beach

Classification:              Salaried, exempt

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Senior Programming Director, the Sports and Wellness Director is responsible for sports programs from preschool through adult and wellness programs for adults at the Mandel JCC.  Sports Programs include preschool PE, enrichment classes, sports clinics, and leagues.  Wellness programs include fitness and wellness activities for young adults through seniors.  This position also includes the Sports Camp Director at Camp Shalom.

Normal working hours will include evenings and weekends.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with our Program Directors to create and bring to life a vision for an intentional integration of sports and wellness in our existing youth programs. This involves planning with the program directors, overseeing the safety and quality of our programs, and providing direct instruction of sports and wellness activities throughout our youth programs.
• Instruct Early Childhood (preschool) Physical Education based on chosen curriculum
• Develop, coordinate, and instruct afterschool enrichment classes
• Develop and teach (when applicable) clinics. Clinics may be taught by the Director of Sports, Enrichment and Wellness or outside vendors
• Serve as the Head of our Sports specialty area at Camp Shalom, our summer day camp. This involves planning innovative, engaging, and safe sport and recreational activities for campers ages  5-16 years old; hiring, training, overseeing and evaluating sport specialists; and being a key member of the camp leadership team throughout the entire program.
• Coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports
• Run the JCC’s Winter and Spring Sports Camps
• Partner with the Children and Family Department to expand the JCC’s enrichment area, which currently consists of thematic birthday parties and recreational activities for 2–10-year-olds during the week including the weekend. This will be a key area for strengthening and development.
• Create and oversee sports leagues for children and adults, including, but not limited to, basketball, volleyball and pickleball
• Establishing a culture of health and self-care in the organization and our community by providing training and educational experiences to staff and community members
• Create new community opportunities for Sports and Wellness engagement for people of all ages, including but limited to competitive leagues, bike-rides, water sports, hikes, runs, education around nutrition and self-care, etc.
• Expose the JCC’s Sports and Wellness programs to the wider community by maximizing the beautiful parks and outdoor spaces in our community
• Work with the Director of Special Needs to provide programming and engagement opportunities for children with exceptionalities
• Communicate with all program participants, responding to phone calls, emails, and in-person visits from participants.
• Build relationships with sports and wellness vendors
• Create, coordinate, and implement recruitment strategy and marketing materials
• Develop and manage program budgets
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Minimum Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 years’ working with children and sports.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills and sensitivity and comfort in engaging with people of all ages.
• Passionate about Judaism and Jewish communal life.
• Energized by kids and/or teens.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and prioritize demands.
• Flexible, able to meet changing work needs and demands.
• Excellent organizational and supervisory skills (including talent development).
• Plans and utilizes time effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and community members
• A sense of humor and a passion for learning are essential.
• Cultural responsiveness and an alignment to our values and commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Special Requirements and Physical Demands:

• Ability to exert moderate physical efforts which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weights (up to 50lbs), bending, stooping, stretching, squatting and sitting.
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
• Noise level can be quiet to moderate.
• Flexibility to work various schedules as needed.

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN A JCC?

Jewish Community Centers are multi-service community agencies that provide a wide array of programs, courses, and activities for people of all ages. In addition to stimulating and rewarding work, you'll enjoy a friendly family-like atmosphere that values your mental and physical well-being. JCC employees can use the on-site fitness facilities and take part in all of the programs available. Competitive salaries and generous holiday, vacation, and healthcare plans underscore your importance to the JCC. In a recent survey of JCC employee satisfaction, more than 90 percent of professionals reported enjoying their jobs!

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS POSITION

• How to run a small business as you develop skills in budgeting, membership, marketing, sales, HR and event planning
• How to analyze and track data to drive decision making
• Global thinking as you work with an international team across organizational and geographical boundaries
• Influence and leadership acumen as you inspire others to action
• Relationship building as you network with and travel to other JCC and BBYO communities

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN US?

Culture

The Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches is committed to a passionate, member and community-centric culture where team members are encouraged to contribute and collaborate leading to a highly engaged JCC family.

Opportunities for growth

Internal mobility is highly encouraged and fully supported.

Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

• Health Benefits
• Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability
• PTO: Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• Voluntary Benefits: Pet Discount Program, Financial Wellness, Identity Theft Protection, Accident and Critical Illness
• Staff Discount on our Programs (FT and PT employees!)

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Our mission at the Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches is to build community and enhance connection to Jewish life. We embrace employees, members and guests of any race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by Federal and State law. A non-discrimination clause concerning employment opportunity is incorporated in the Personnel Manual. The Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Boynton Beach, FL 33472: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Qualifications

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000