Youth Sports Assistant - Sacramento YMCA

Overview

Will assist in the successful operation of their Youth Sports Program. Youth Sports Instructors will conductsafe, fun, and effective youth sports programs, based on the YMCA of Superior California Healthy Lifestyles Standards and Guidelines.

• Tuesday through Friday: 4:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
• Saturdays: Typically 8-hour shifts
• Sundays: Hours as needed based on operational requirements

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in a sports program by providingclose supervision of all activities.
• Introduce children to the basic fundamental concepts of different games - basketball,soccer, tennis, gymnastics and karate.
• Assist the Lead Instructor with youth sport activities.
• Prepare the class format for each youth sports session.
• Provide sports instruction, i.e., perform drills and demos pertaining to different sports.
• Evaluate equipment and ensure safety of participants.
• Set-up and break down of equipment.
• Evaluate program and implement new opportunities.
• Track participant attendance.
• Provide guidance to youth.
• Actively participate in all training sessions and designated meetings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• 2 Years working with Youth in sports
• Coaching experience in basketball, Soccer, flag football.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days ofhire date
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriateprogram activities.
• Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authenticrelationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Some previous experience working with children.
• Computer skills preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision for full-time employees - 60% YMCA covered medical benefits for full-time employees and their families
• Retirement benefits – 10% employer contribution after completion of eligibility requirements
• Employee Assistance Program for all employees that is available to help employees overcome emotional, family, or other personal problems; offers guidance on financial and legal issues; improves health and wellness, and much more. 
• CPR/First Aid Certification provided by YMCA
• Use of YMCA of Superior California Fitness facilities, camps, and rental facilities
• Paid time off benefits for part-time and full-time employees upon completion of eligibility requirements
• Training and staff development for all employees

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