Sports Assistant

YMCA of Greenville • Simpsonville, SC

3d

About The Position

The Sports Assistant supports the development and success of Youth and/or Adult Sports programs in the community under the direction of the Sports Director and in alignment with the YMCA of Greenville’s Christian mission. The role assists with program development and implementation, program service and delivery, recordkeeping, participant and volunteer guidance, and the upkeep of equipment, inventory, and program areas. The position also helps develop relationships that advance and promote the YMCA Sports Program and must follow the YMCA’s abuse risk management policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Knowledge of recreation, physical education, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• At least six months of experience.
• Experience working with youth of all ages.
• Knowledge of baseball, basketball, football, track and field, and soccer, including rules, field dimensions, and field lining.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Relationship-building skills, including excellent communication skills.
• A full understanding of YMCA philosophy and the ability to live and work in a manner consistent with it.

Nice To Haves

• Referee experience.
• Coaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sports Coordinator and Director with developing and implementing programs within the Sports Department.
• Assist the Sports Coordinator and Director in providing leadership and excellence in program service and delivery through proper training, evaluation, and promotion of programs.
• Assist the Sports Coordinator and Director with monitoring and maintaining accurate records for all program areas.
• Assist the Sports Coordinator and Director with providing guidance and direction to sports participants and volunteers.
• Assist the Sports Coordinator and Director with maintaining equipment, inventory, and program areas.
• Develop relationships that advance and promote the YMCA Sports Program.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attend and complete required abuse risk management training.
• Follow procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job-specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

Benefits

• Access to earned wages before scheduled paydays.
• Free individual YMCA membership, with a 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% discount on programs, including Childcare, Sports, Aquatics, and Personal Training.
• 12% retirement contribution once fully vested.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed