Youth Sports Coach Job at Ymcabuffaloniagara in Buffalo

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is looking for talented individuals with a passion for the YMCA mission and cause, an understanding of YMCA programs and services, and whose everyday priorities reflect the core YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: Instructs and coaches participants in youth sports programs. The ability to coach basketball is preferred.

General Work Schedule

General Work Schedule: 10 to 15 hours per week. Must be available to work weeknights and Saturdays.

Benefits

Benefits: Free YMCA Buffalo Niagara membership, discounted program fees, and an outstanding work environment. Employees are immediately eligible to enroll and contribute to the Y Retirement Fund’s 403B plan and will receive a 12% employer paid Y Retirement contribution after eligibility requirements are met.

Other benefits include paid sick leave, leadership development opportunities, training, and career advancement.

Essential Functions

• Facilitates youth sports program activities according to the plan and schedule.
• Responsible for the setup and breakdown of the program area and for the maintenance and control of supplies and equipment.
• Ensures effective communication with participants, parents, staff, and volunteers.
• Provides a safe environment for participants and enforces safety rules. Responds to accidents and follows protocol to treat injuries.
• Follows department protocol to clean and disinfect commonly used surfaces. Maintains the cleanliness and organization of program/work areas.
• Responds professionally to problems and complaints. Identifies solutions and resolves problems.
• Attends and participates in required staff meetings and trainings sessions.
• Completes additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Knowledge and experience in the appropriate sports skills.
• Ability to lead and supervise youth groups.