Special Events - Programming Staff

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Health Initiatives Director, the Special Events Coordinator is responsible for leadership and implementation of special events for the YMCA of Southwestern Indiana. 

OUR CULTURE: 
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Oversee YMCA Jump Start and Team 13 wellness/training programs.
2. Build relationships with volunteers, participants, sponsors and community partners to implement and oversee training programs.
3. Create and maintain health initiatives within the training programs to help improve overall community wellness.
4. Communicate with participants and volunteers through use of Facebook, Constant Contact, etc.
5. Effectively communicate the goals of the YMCA.
6. Provide training and coaching for staff and volunteers for special events.
7. Integrate the use of technology and social media to enhance the marketing of YMCA Special Events.
8. Serve as staff support for the Half Marathon Committee.
9. Embrace and effectively integrate Christian mission of the YMCA into special events.
10.  Evenings and weekends required.
11.  Assist with planning and execution of YMCA Special Events.
12.  Self-starter with the ability to communicate effectively with other part time staff and supervisor.
13.  Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
14.  Complete required abuse risk management training.
15.  Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
16.  Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
17.  Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This position will require business casual dress for office hours and meetings. Black pants, khakis, athletic wear, athletic shoes and YMCA race t-shirts, polos, or pullovers may be worn for training programs, wellness activities or load in days.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen and Blood Borne Pathogen training required within 60 days of employment.
• Child Abuse Prevention training required before/on first day of work.
• Related work experience in the community health and wellness space or B.A. or B.S. in Community Health or the like.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to relate to top community leaders and diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to recruit and train special event volunteers.
• Strong creative and conceptual vision, understanding of brand communications, advertising and promotions.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and articulate and enforce Y policies in a positive manner.
• Strong member service with problem resolution skills that are handled in a friendly, courteous and professional manner when dealing with volunteers, members, program participants and other staff members.
• Self-starter and initiator with a passion for service and relationship-building.
• Proven multi-tasker, detail oriented, and extremely organized.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Project management skills are a plus.

Salary : $15