Gym Monitor

Roxbury Tenants of Harvard•Boston, MA

About The Position

Under the supervision of the P.E./Sports and Aquatics Director, the gym monitor is responsible for overseeing the functions and assisting in activities at RTHCC. Gym Monitors are expected to oversee athletic facilities, including participants and equipment, as well as assist with programs. To ensure that emphasis in RTH athletic programs is always on participation, inclusion, fun, and fair play. Our gym monitors will exhibit a positive and helpful attitude, promote exercise and health, and still values that will lead to a positive experience in sports. They are responsible for ensuring the gymnasium is safe and clean during the hours of operation. Our facility monitors build relationships with our members to ensure equitable gym usage for all. Acts in the best interest of the RTH organization, reflecting the values of teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect. This is a hands on role running PE, Sports, and gym programs the qualified individual must be albe to interact with a range of ages and assist them to have fun in a safe and engaging manner with already scheduled activites.

Requirements

Ability to interact with the residents and program participants physically and verbally.
At times, be able to lift amounts up to 50 lbs.
Ability to perform the following physical activities: stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, and bend.
Working knowledge of RTH policies, and appropriate insert program specific info facility regulations and operational procedures.
Ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations and apply appropriate management techniques.

Responsibilities

Ensures all programs and games are safe and equipped.
Ensures that RTH program standards are met, and safety procedures are followed.
Follow risk management policies and procedures for programs and activities.
Build and maintain a high standard of customer service skills. Serve as a role model for residents, program participants, staff, and volunteers.
Contributes to a positive and safe work environment.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, as directed.
Act immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of the participant in the case of an emergency.
Know and follow Emergency Action Plans and attend emergency schedule practice drills for staff.
Review and enforce gymnasium manual policies.
Maintains accurate record keeping, organizes file system, and follows up on voicemails and emails, within 24-48 business hours of receipt.
Submit completed report cards, skill sheets, and attendance information on time.
Performs other duties as directed/assigned.
Help coach and instruct P.E. sports classes and programs. Put into practice the best gym program practices and innovative program models.
Administer age and ability appropriate programs along with activities related to P.E/Sports.
Enforcing the rules of the sport being played.
Keeping track of time and announcing breaks.
Observing players' behavior during the game to ensure that they are abiding by the rules of conduct.
Inspect sports equipment to make sure that all the organization's specifications are met.
Make sure that each athlete is given equal attention to their development in the sport.
Provide a high standard of customer service and maintain a professional appearance.
Maintain a clean facility and perform routine cleaning.
Begin and end each game or session on time, remain after to answer participant and/or parent questions and clean up supplies.
Teach sport specific classes and or participate in coaching or monitor gymnasium activities as needed.
Assists in facilitating the resident involvement and engagement process through neighborhood outreach. Further establish the department's image through community building, public relations, and publicity efforts. Assist in the marketing and distribution program information.
Provides for the upkeep of gym facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment appropriately supports program participation.
Models and teaches RTH core values.
Builds relationships and empathetically listens and communicates.
Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.
Agrees to a flexible work schedule.
Self-starts; can initiate and carry out diverse duties with minimal supervision.
Maintains safety as priority and ensures staff, volunteer and participants do the same.
Passion to work with residents of all ages and abilities, volunteers and staff and builds relationships and empathetically listens and communicates.
Self-starter with flexible work schedule able to initiate and carry out diverse duties with minimal supervision.
Enjoys thinking of new ideas; is creative and resourceful with demonstrated skill in handling multiple tasks, tracking details, and setting priority for accomplishing a variety of projects.
Take daily attendance and turn into both front desk and supervisor.
The gym and all equipment are cleaned, inventoried, and monitored.
Identified gaps in performance are addressed in a timely manner.
Demonstrate "Safety First" culture as well as an understanding and alignment with RTH mission and values.