Assistant Coach-Youth Sports

Assistant Coach - Youth Sports Sussex County YMCA, 15 WITS END DR, HAMBURG, New Jersey, United States of America Req #744 Tuesday, December 31, 2024 We are an all-inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission-focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven candidate to join our team. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Assistant Coach – Youth Sports will assist the head coach in teaching the assigned sport and/or facilitate private sports training. The Assistant Coach is responsible for ensuring the safety of the students enrolled in his/her sport, must be knowledgeable about all aspects of coaching multiple age groups and must encourage the highest standards of conduct and scholastic achievement among all athletes. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist in leading a challenging and educational practice session. Assist instruction of a group in accordance with YMCA guidelines and rules of the game. Uphold, model, teach and put the four (4) core values of the YMCA into action in all activities - everyday: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. Maintain good relationships with students, parents, and sports officials. Maintain professional appearance and report on time to all scheduled practices and games. Strive to develop the qualities of leadership, initiative and good judgment in all athletes. Develop habits that promote good health and sound training rules. Create a positive and nurturing learning environment to instill and encourage youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Adhere to the directions given by the head coach and assist at all times. Perform other duties as assigned. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement:

Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.

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