Health and Wellness Group Ex Basic

YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

This position supports the YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth’s work to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The employee provides support, instruction, and motivation for participants in sports and recreation programs. The role includes supervising activities in indoor and outdoor locations, maintaining participant safety, communicating with parents, and helping ensure a positive program experience. The employee is also responsible for facility and equipment upkeep and following YMCA policies and procedures. The job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; other reasonable association duties may be assigned, and the description may be revised at management’s discretion.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
High school graduate or equivalent (GED), or currently enrolled in high school.
ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro) certification and First Aid certification.
Demonstrate maturity and a general ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, school staff, and YMCA staff.
Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and supervise program activities in varied indoor and outdoor locations.

Nice To Haves

Six months to one year of experience and/or working knowledge of sports or recreation.

Responsibilities

Plan and lead sports and recreation activities for participants and monitor the field and/or gym.
Keep score and officiate games as needed.
Communicate with parents as a YMCA representative.
Maintain working knowledge of program schedules, routines, and rules.
Ensure group safety and provide first aid.
Use positive reinforcement and encourage teamwork among participants.
Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of the facility, property, supplies, and equipment.
Follow pick-up and check-out procedures for youth participants.
Model YMCA values.
Report suspected child abuse to a supervisor.
Report illnesses or injuries involving children or staff as required by YMCA policies.
Attend all staff meetings and training sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.