Program Lead - Basketball Coach
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Salary: $14.00 HourlyLocation : 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenryJob Type: SeasonalJob Number: 00102Department: Parks & Recreation DepartmentDivision: Athletics & AquaticsOpening Date: 10/03/2024Closing Date: ContinuousSupervise and facilitate youth basketball programs for ages 2.5-14 years old based on seasonal calendar. Support and assist supervisor in running a controlled and organized activity for participants and parents. Under the direct supervision of the Athletics & Aquatics Supervisor, specialist is responsible for working directly with children. They play an integral role in the development of building strong character values in youth. The staff must represent the philosophy, mission, and goal of the City of McHenry and its parks and recreation department. Staff must strive to work cooperatively with the Athletics & Aquatics Supervisor and fellow employees to achieve the goals and objectives of the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department. Job Duties DECISION MAKING AND JUDGEMENT

Responsible for providing diverse program experiences for assigned group

Developing programs that are age-appropriate

Be responsible for maintaining order and discipline within program

Market programs to other departments & community organizations where youth are present

Keep program within budget through program development and participant retention

Be prepared to discuss with a parent any experience a child has during program

Supervise volunteers while they are working, assist other staff, and follow/enforce policies set forth by supervisor

ADMINISTRATIVE

Will be at your program area and set up 15 minutes prior to start of scheduled activities

Prepare and administer weekly practices and program communications

Be present at required team games and program activities

Help develop group schedules and implement new games/activities

Be available for staff meetings, planning periods, and trainings as scheduled

Keep program areas clean, neat, and organized to optimize customer satisfaction

Maintain inventories and report any equipment problems or needs to the Athletics & Aquatics Supervisor

Report any incidents to the Athletics & Aquatics Supervisor and fill out any necessary paperwork within 24 hours of incident

Overall responsibility for maintaining all records

Submit attendance rosters, timesheets, and evaluations to Athletics & Aquatics Supervisor within 1 week of program ending.

SUPERVISION

Responsible for youth ages 2-17 at your program area and will be responsible for overall athlete well-being while in the care of the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department

Keep accurate count of children in program at all times

Responsible for selecting, instructing, directing, and supervising the flow of work

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be motivated and able to implement oral and written instructions

Must be able to communicate respectfully and effectively with superiors, co-workers, parents, and children ages 2-17

Must be physically able to lift a child (if necessary)

Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Must be able to evaluate situations and make decisions within established policies and standards

Requires frequent lifting and moving of equipment and supplies

Must be able to be participate in activities

Knowledge and physical ability to respond in emergency situations

Candidate must be energetic, outgoing, and interested in being a positive role model to young children

Candidate must possess strong oral and interpersonal communication skills

Candidate must possess ability to be flexible and adjust to changing work environment

Candidate must possess creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn and implement new ideas

Candidate must be trained and certified in First Aid and CPR

ACCURACY

Requires accurate record keeping for programs

PARTICIPANT SAFETY

Review and understand all emergency drills and be prepared to implement them

Requires considerable attention and alertness to safety hazards

Must be able to take on a leadership role in matters of safety

PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES:

Fill in at various positions when there are personnel shortages, vacations, or special projects

Other related duties as assigned and perform all duties in a respectful and responsible manner

Maintains all necessary records

Adheres to all policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Must be an example of good moral behavior
• Must have previous experience and knowledge with similar program and large/small group activities
• Supervise and facilitate youth programming/sports activities to youth ages 2-17
• Basic First Aid and CPR certification current or obtained as soon as possible
• Desire to work with children and parents daily
• Required at least 3 months working and/or volunteering with children ages 2-17
• Prefer one or more years of previous basketball experience through league, coaching, or officiating
• Willingness to project the City of McHenry image by personal adherence to all policies
• Demonstrate the ability to interpret and administer all policies, established by the City of McHenry Parks & Recreation department, to all employees and volunteers you may encounter

The City of McHenry is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.