What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth & Adult Sports Staff (FPY) position at Akron Area YMCA?
Description
POSITION SUMMARY :
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility Assist Program Director in all aspects of the Youth Sports Programs. The Sports Instructor will incorporate Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, & Faith into all aspects of the program areas.
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.
The Akron Area YMCA stands with others in denouncing prejudice, racism, intolerance, and all other forms of discrimination. We are committed to our mission : To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. In the 150-year history of the Akron Area YMCA we have always and will continue to be dedicated to doing more, doing better, and thus becoming a champion of change in our community.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Assist with instructing and teaching youth programs
- Comply with all guidelines and requirements
- Have complete knowledge of emergency procedures appropriate for the site to ensure the safety of the children and record as required
- May be responsible for monitoring childcare payments, attendance records, and sign in / out sheets
- Develop and maintain relationships with school district administration, parent groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs
- Must provide updated registration information to Program Director
- Ensure quality control standards and participants safety
- Treat all children, parents and staff with dignity and respect
- Follow age-appropriate discipline policy
- Interact with the children and provide positive role model during all activities
- Be dependable, punctual and organized
- Be responsible for the appearance and cleanliness of the learning environment of the site
- Attend all staff meetings, training sessions, workshops and conferences as requested or required
- Understand the need for and play an active role in the Annual Campaign & UW Campaigns
- Take the initiative to do what needs to be done
- Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance
- All other duties as assigned
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS | ABUSE PREVENTION :
Upholding the YMCA's commitment to the safety and well-being of youth in our programs is a core responsibility of all staff regardless of position.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES :
QUALIFICATIONS :
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
