Youth Basketball Skills Coach

Duluth YMCA • Hermantown, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide an enjoyable and safe sporting experience for youth basketball players (grades K-3 & 4-6) while they learn individual and team game skills, sportsmanship, and fair play based on the YMCA values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

Requirements

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire if not currently certified.
• Experience working with children and adults, participating in sports, and, preferably, coaching.
• Knowledge of the sport and understanding of the rules of the sport.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership and show enthusiasm on the court.
• Friendly, outgoing, and have a clear understanding of the YMCA’s Mission Statement.
• Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more seasons coaching youth basketball.

Responsibilities

• Designs, prepares, implements, and instructs weekly skills clinics for program participants in accordance with the best practices in the fields of coaching youth sports, while maintaining the YMCA’s mission, goals, and core values.
• Teaches players the rules of basketball at an age appropriate level.
• Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational sessions; provide positive feedback, constructive coaching, and encouragement to all participants.
• Maintains working knowledge of health, wellness, basketball skills, and youth coaching trends within the industry, thereby providing effective information and support to program participants.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Able to commit to a set session schedule and attend as needed.
• Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Respond and report emergencies appropriately according to the YMCA Emergency Action and Crisis Communication Plan.
• Participate in the YMCA’s Annual Support Campaign event and activities.
• Attend Quarterly YMCA staff meetings and trainings, as required.
• Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace and meaningfully participates in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity.

Benefits

• Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
• Paid time off (Accrue 1 hour of paid time off for every 30 hours worked)
• Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller
• Team member referral program
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities
• Employee assistance program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees