RATE OF PAY: TBA
HOURS PER WEEK: Varies (part time)
REQUIREMENTS: A HS Diploma or GED is required. Prefer a 2-year college degree in a Recreation, Sports Management or Health related field. Will accept experience in lieu of college degree. Preferred; some level of training, certifications or experience with coaching youth sports. Personal leadership and commitment to YMCA coaching methodologies. Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic life saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, and AED. This position must have the ability to respond to safety and emergency situations. Must be 18 years of age, have a valid driver’s license, as well as capacity to drive to various locations within the greater Greensburg area.
RESPONSIBILITIES: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Under the guidance of the Director of Sports and Wellness, a Youth Sports Coach is responsible for promoting, supervising, and evaluating sports programs. Deliver sports programming practice and games to youth varying from 2-17 years old. Assist in planning, implementing and expanding youth sports programs. Plan and supervise practices, clinics, camps, games and special events, primarily evenings and weekends. Demonstrate and incorporate the YMCA Character Development Values into sports programming: Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility. Include the YMCA philosophy on sportsmanship, fair play, equal participation and fun in activities. Support and adhere to any league rules. Act as role model to all participants in the program, including having a positive attitude throughout the whole program/season, encouraging all athletes to participate to the best of their ability. Wear the prescribed uniform when performing YMCA coaching assignments. Potentially coach basketball, soccer, volleyball, floor hockey, football, pickleball, racquetball, or maybe other sports you have experience with or desire to teach.Other duties as assigned.
