Description This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. The Sports and Rec Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, implementation, and evaluation of the sports and recreation programming at the YMCA. The Sports and Rec Coordinator provides direct leadership and assures the well-being for each participant and staff in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies in accordance with their training. This results in a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Develops, maintains, and facilitates positive relationships with and between volunteers, members, program participants, staff, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
- Recruits, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers for all sports and recreation programs.
- Oversees sports and recreation programming including: new programs, special events, and risk management in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
- Supports members, program participants, and staff in achieving their goals through motivational support and guidance.
- Stays up to date and assists with all facility changes including but not limited to events, holidays, schedule changes, and pool closures.
- Communicates with staff, participants, and parents in a timely and professional and answers questions that will support a positive experience with the Y.
- Maintains physical presence at all times while on duty, remains aware of surroundings and participants ensuring a pleasant, professional, and safe environment.
- Maintains program areas and equipment in an orderly and safe manner. Assists in maintenance and upkeep as required by the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA, local and county health departments, and YMCA of the USA.
- Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, and those for the prevention of child abuse; and supports other staff to do the same.
- Active leader in membership retention goals and in the Annual Giving Campaign.
- Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.
Requirements
- High School diploma, equivalent, or relevant work experience.
- Proven track record of building program participation and relationships with members, participants, and volunteers.
- Experience in a wide-range of physical activities with the ability to instruct and perform duties of the assigned program staff.
- Demonstrates excellent planning, organizational, time management, and attention to detail skills, with the ability to multi-task with minimal direction.
- Demonstrates leadership skills in an outgoing, friendly, assertive, professional, and mature manner.
- Effective communication skills necessary to inform, counsel, motivate, and support members and staff.
- Must be observant, safety-conscious, and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.
- Able to work flexible schedules.
- Must hold and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications.