What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sports Program Assistant - Chris-Town YMCA position at VALLEY OF THE SUN YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION?
The Valley of the Sun YMCA is honored to be among the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States, recognized for transforming our culture, vision, and operations. With 12 branches across the Valley and Northern Arizona, along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott, we are a rapidly growing, cause-driven organization. Our mission is to enhance the nation's health and well-being while creating opportunities to give back and support our communities. If you are dedicated to being part of a greater movement, a career with the YMCA is for you.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF A SPORTS PROGRAM ASSISTANT:
- Visits and/or works at sports sites as needed.
- Officiates and instructs as needed.
- Develops positive relationships with children and parents enrolled in programs.
- Encourages member involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
- Monitors care and maintenance of all program facilities and equipment with particular concern
for the health and safety of participants and ensures repairs are made as needed. - Ensures attendance records, program reports and other required administrative procedures
are completed. - Attending staff meetings and training courses as required.
- Works with children of all ages.
- Communicates effectively with members, staff, peers, volunteers, parents, and supervisor.
- Communicates information on YMCA Sports Programs.
- Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures including emergency procedures.
- Completes incident and accident reports, as necessary.
- Conveys basic knowledge of all program areas to members and participants.
- Incorporates the mission, philosophy, and 4 core values of the YMCA in all communication
with participants and co-workers. - Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
- Attend required abuse risk management training.
- Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
a. Maintenance employees and volunteers—ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked;
routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
b. Front desk personnel—ensure consumers are properly signed in and signed out, ensures
only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc.
*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS TO BE A SPORTS PROGRAM ASSISTANT:
- Candidates under age 16 considered with Sr. Leadership approval
- Current state approved First-Aid and CPR certification
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Up-to-date knowledge of YMCA guidelines designated for league play
- Minimum of 6 months' experience refereeing
PART TIME BENEFITS:
- Free YMCA Staff Membership
- Discounted Family Membership
- Program Discounts
- Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days of employment)
- Employee Assistant Program
- Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options
OUR YMCA 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.
Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.
Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse. No form of abuse will be tolerated.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.
