Basketball Referee

Greater Philadelphia YMCA•Philadelphia, PA

62d

About The Position

We are looking for a Basketball Referee to join our team at the Y! We spend our time with the City Basketball League positively impacting the community around us through athletics. We help children reach their potential, enact age appropriate goals, and we change lives in our Y community. Some rewards for joining our team: Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! Flexible work schedule Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

Requirements

18+, Some college or equivalent
3+ years experience in organized basketball
Ability to work with and be sensitive to others while always portraying a positive style and fair officiating style
Ability to perform activities which require sustained concentration and attention
Ability to physically assist program participants if necessary

Responsibilities

Conduct YMCA Sports Program instruction in accordance with YMCA program standards
Ensure adherence to YMCA progressive or competitive standards and quality
Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn the YMCA sports curriculum
Encourage and support staff and students to provide an enjoyable YMCA experience
Reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through example and recognition of participant displays of character
Ensure that all participants have exited the facility and that the facility is left clean and orderly
Participate as a part of the YMCA staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment
Provide excellent service to members and participants
Communicate all YMCA rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable
Manage participant behavior using collaborative approach with supervision and parents
Complete timely reports of incidents to the director/supervisor, complaints or compliments of the program
Follow detailed schedule provided by the leader/supervisor and have the knowledge and understanding of the Specialized sport skills required to implement the lesson plans