Sports Coach

Crossroads YMCA•Crown Point, IN

7d•$12•Onsite

About The Position

The Sports Coach I supports the YMCA’s mission of strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Under the direction of Sports Leadership, this role helps provide a safe, positive, welcoming, and respectful environment during youth sports activities. Coaches monitor play, ensure rules are followed, and promote fair play and sportsmanship. The position supports sports leagues and training programs, with coaching specialties sought in basketball, volleyball, and soccer. Saturday availability is required.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
At least one season of sports experience.
General understanding of sports and a strong interest in working with people of all ages.
Relevant knowledge of the rules and gameplay of one or more sports.
Obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, complete New Leader Orientation, and complete required online training within 30 days of hire.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups across social and economic segments of the community.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
Passion for learning, working with youth and families, and sports.
Desire and ability to work with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays; Saturday availability is required.
Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively; alertness, concentration, and initiative.
Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform job responsibilities, including lifting 50 pounds and standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods; occasional stooping or bending may be required.
Ability to bend, lean, kneel, and walk, and to respond to game situations and act swiftly in emergencies.
Maintain a neat and professional appearance.

Responsibilities

Monitor designated sports areas and ensure participants follow sports rules and policies.
Enforce member expectations, including appropriate language and behavior toward others.
Promote sportsmanship, athletics, and teamwork.
Organize sports games and support safe play through gym setup, care of equipment, and accurate scorekeeping using the scoreboard and stats.
Coach fundamentals and clinics, and referee recreational leagues up to 3rd grade.
Lead sports discussions with coaches or captains before games and huddles after games.
Evaluate equipment and report items needing repair or replacement.
Clean general program areas to support a positive member experience.
Attend and participate in YMCA program activities, trainings, and staff meetings as assigned.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures and respond to emergencies according to emergency procedures.
Assist with YMCA fundraising activities and special events as designated by the Branch Executive Director.
Perform other duties as assigned.