Sports Coach I

Crossroads YMCA•Schererville, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Sports Director/Sports Coordinator, the sports staff will be responsible for officiating adult/youth sports programs. Including but not limited to; Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, T-ball, Dodgeball, Football, and Softball. The YMCA values mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth. This role requires the ability to work with diverse groups, demonstrate YMCA philosophy, report injuries, manage large groups, control game aspects, attend meetings and trainings, work flexible hours, and assist with fundraising and special events.

Requirements

Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED & First Aid
New Employee Orientation and online trainings required prior to the start of employment.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills.
Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Minimum age 18 preferred.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
Must have a passion for learning, working with youth/families, and sports in general.
Desire and ability to work with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively.
Must have high level of alertness, concentration, and initiative.
Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform job responsibilities.
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; occasionally stoop/bend.
Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times.
Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties.
Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to game situations and the physical ability to act swiftly in the event of an emergency situation.
Must demonstrate initiative and sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

Six months or more of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Stop play when necessary and explain violations consistently and fairly.
Know, demonstrate, and interpret the YMCA philosophy to players and spectators.
Report injuries to Program Director, following safety procedures and guidelines.
Demonstrate the ability to work with varying ages and to manage large groups.
Demonstrate the ability to control all aspects of the game that you are officiating.
Attends and participates in other YMCA program activities, staff meetings, and staff trainings required.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Ability to work at various branches, within the Crossroads YMCA organization.
Work closely with the Sports Director/Sports Coordinator to address any concerns.
Assist the Sports Director/Sports Coordinator when needed.
Assist in YMCA fundraising activities and special events as designated by the Branch Executive Director.
Work as a team.
Performs other duties as assigned.