Adaptive and Inclusive Activities Coach

Greater Missoula Family YMCA•Missoula, MT

59d•$16

About The Position

The Adaptive and Inclusive Activities Coach is responsible for leading group adaptive sports and fitness activities for adults with intellectual disabilities at the Missoula Family YMCA. This coach position will supervise and facilitate our adult adaptive Bowling Club on Thursday afternoons. They will be responsible for leading a weekly group fitness class at the Y that includes games, sports, and group fitness activities. The Adaptive and Inclusive activities coach will also supervise a quarterly group outing for the participants. The Adaptive and Inclusive Activities Coach must be able to thrive in an environment with the unique challenges of a non-profit, community service organization and have the flexibility to work in a constantly changing environment. Works with limited supervision.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
CPR & First Aid Certification & Child Abuse Prevention Training – can be obtained at the YMCA
Valid driver's license with insurable drivers record – required to drive Y vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with adults and children with physical and/or intellectual disabilities
Bachelor’s degree or coursework in subject related to community health, or physical fitness.

Responsibilities

Adhere to the mission of the YMCA at all times and implements the Y Core Values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Arrive early to welcome participants and their caregivers and stay until all participants have left
Lead planned activities and demonstrate specific sport and fitness skills to the participants
Plan and organize lessons and activities
Ensure participants are active as possible during the programs
Communicates effectively with staff, parents, supported living staff, teachers, paraeducators, participants, students and volunteers
Manage participant behaviors proactively with consistent expectations and positive redirection
Build genuine relationships with participants, learn their names, and maintain a welcoming environment with people from all walks of life.
Encourage participants in social adjustments, desirable habits and attitudes, and individual achievements
Know and enforce YMCA emergency procedures and safety regulations in order to ensure member and program participant safety.
Operate YMCA vehicles safely and efficiently, following all relevant laws, policies, and procedures
Clean and maintain office spaces, closets, buses and surrounding areas.
Perform other duties as assigned.