Youth Sports Specialty Coach

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Specialty sports coach oversees the activities, practices, and clinics of the sports program as assigned.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides one on one or group coaching sessions.

• Tracks daily attendance sheets.

• Keeps the courts or fields clear of equipment and puts equipment in proper storage place.

• Attends all staff meetings and training sessions when scheduled.

• Maintains a professional attitude at all times.

• Reports needed equipment repairs to Sports Director.

• Enforces all facility rules.

• Secures substitutes as necessary.

• Provides direct teaching leadership in a team teaching situation.

• Shares responsibility in interpreting and communicating child’s progress to parents.

• Follows all sports program curriculums.

• Follows all YMCA of Greater San Antonio policies and procedures.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Communication & Influence

• Engaging Community

QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma or GED is required.

• At least 18 years of age.

• One to three years’ experience as a coach

• Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic life saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen Certifications

• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

• YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.

• Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed in an outdoor and indoor recreation environment.

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper techniques.

• Visual acuity is necessary.

• Ability to respond properly to medical emergency is necessary.

• Job requires high levels of alertness and concentration.