Boys & Girls Clubs of Geneva Inc is hiring: Fitness Coordinator in City of Genev

Overview

The Boys & Girls Club (BGC) in Geneva is an organization committed to providing safe, educational, & engaging opportunities for local youth. The children who attend ("members") are provided with food, homework assistance, learning activities, & recreational time. The Fitness Coordinator will be in charge of planning & implementing a variety of physical activities & games during our out-of-school programs (after school throughout the school year, & during summer break).

Responsibilities

• Prioritize the health & safety of all youths, adhering to NY State Childcare Regulations, site Health & Safety Plans, & BGC Employee Handbook
• Plan, organize, prepare, & lead physical activities for youths: encourage members to try new activities, teach various types of sports & games, promote good sportsmanship – with an emphasis on skills, cooperation, & teamwork over “winning”
• Provide adequate, engaged supervision for the youths in your area/group
• Ability to work in a face-paced environment
• Safeguard confidentiality of members
• Set-up & clean-up area before & after use
• Take accurate attendance during daily programs
• Conduct daily safety checks, health checks, & periodic drills, as required
• At all times maintain a professional appearance demeanor reflective of the high level of quality, standards, & expectations promoted by BGC
• Participate in weekly site meetings & 1-on-1 meetings with supervisor
• Alert supervisor to any safety concerns or other issues that may impact the health & well-being of youths in the program
• Transport youths to & from program in BGC vehicles, as needed

Required Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Driver’s license, ability to drive BGC-owned vehicles, willingness to assist with transportation
• Communication & organization skills
• Knowledge & understanding of a wide variety of physical games & activities, ranging from organized sports (basketball, baseball, soccer) to yoga, dance, stretching, relay races & more!
• Willingness to lead physical activities inside & outside
• Flexibility, willingness to step up & step in to help, as needed
• Dedication to acting with maturity, professionalism, & respect to coworkers, youths & families ability to work with youths & adults from various backgrounds (including, but not limited to: age, socioeconomic status, race, sexual orientation, ability…)
• Commitment to being a positive role model for youths, encouraging inclusion, teamwork, good sportsmanship, growth mindset, & kindness/respect

Work Environment

This is a part-time, in-person position, serving at one or both of our two Geneva sites. The employee in this position will report to the Site Supervisor at their location, & will be expected to demonstrate a high level of maturity, professionalism, patience, & respect. The anticipated pay rate is $18/hour, with a typical schedule of Monday through Friday. During the school year, employees in this position will work after-school and during school breaks when we have program, at least 2 or 2:30 to 6:30pm, plus additional mandatory trainings (announced in advance). In the summer, Fitness Coordinators will work 11:30am to 6pm, Monday through Thursday, plus 8 or 9am to 6pm on Fridays, and full-days, unless directed otherwise.