What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Sports Counselor II (Summer 2025) position at YMCA of Greenville?
Overview:
Under the direction of the Sports Director and Sports Assistant and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA of Greenville, the Sports Counselor II will assist in providing leadership and direction in the development and success of the specific Youth Sports programs in the community.
Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, but we also offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
Note: Tennis instructors fall under this job description, but wage rate may be more than regular sports Lead instructor due to market value of their sport.
Qualifications:
The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Under the direction of the Sports Director and Sports Assistant and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA of Greenville, the Sports Counselor II will assist in providing leadership and direction in the development and success of the specific Youth Sports programs in the community.
Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, but we also offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:
- Work Today, Get Paid Today!!! Instant access to your earned wages before payday.
- Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships (discount applies to non-seasonal hires).
- 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, Sports, Aquatics, and Personal Training.
- 12% Retirement Contribution, once fully vested.
- 403b Retirement Savings Plan.
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.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in providing leadership and excellence in specific program service and delivery, primarily during the summer season in Sports Camps, through proper training, evaluation, and promotion of programs.
- Assist in monitoring and maintaining accurate records as it relates to the specific program area.
- Give guidance and direction to sports participants and volunteers.
- Maintain the equipment, inventory and program areas.
- Develops relationships for the advancement and promotion of the YMCA Sports Program.
- Ensure safety procedures are followed.
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
- Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
- Follow mandated reporting requirements
- Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities
Note: Tennis instructors fall under this job description, but wage rate may be more than regular sports Lead instructor due to market value of their sport.
- Must be at least 20 years of age
- Minimum six months of leadership experience.
- Minimum six months experience in sports related fields.
- Experience working with all youth of all ages.
- Basic knowledge of recreation, physical education or some related field or equivalent work experience.
- Basic knowledge of the following sports: baseball, basketball, football, track & field, and soccer, e.g., rules, field dimensions, lining fields, etc.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Possess skills in relationship building e.g., excellent communication skills.
Preferred:
- Have a full understanding of YMCA philosophy and live, work and perform work duties in a manner consistent with such.
- Referee experience.
- Coaching experience.
- Community involvement.
