Basketball Coach (Hempstead Corps)

The Salvation Army; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Basketball Coach in Town of Hempstead to teach and develop basketball programs for youth aged 9-19. Responsibilities include enforcing game rules, managing program registration, and ensuring facility cleanliness. Ideal candidates should possess a High School Diploma, effective communication skills, and experience in basketball coaching. The role emphasizes teamwork and maintaining a safe environment for all participants.

Qualifications

• Experience with basketball coaching is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Good organizational skills and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Teach students how to play basketball, enforcing the rules.
• Develop and run a basketball program for youth.
• Submit stats to the Corps Officer at month-end.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Overview

To build and strengthen the character of Jr. and Sr. High School students through structured and recreational basketball.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Teach the students how to play/respect the game of basketball, enforcing the rules.
• Develop and run a 2-hour basketball program 1-2 times a week for youth ages 13-19.
• Develop and run a 2-hour basketball program once a week for youth ages 9-12.
• Responsible for keeping the stats and submitting them to the Corps Officer at the end of each month.
• Responsible for handling the Registration of the participants prior to the start of the program.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the gymnasium, hallways, and restroom facilities throughout the Corps building.
• Responsible for notifying the Youth Ministry Coordinator of any issues.
• Responsible for reporting to the Youth Ministry Coordinator of any problems, injuries, or incidents involving the property, program and/or the participants.
• The Basketball Coach reports directly to the Corps Officers regarding all youth and family recreation related issues.
• The Basketball Coach is responsible for maintaining a safe and structured environment by following the Keepsafe policies.
• (Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).
• High School Diploma and/or experience with basketball coaching.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Attention to detail.
• Problem-solving and assessment with the ability to multitask.
• Work as a team player as well as independently.
• Good organizational skills, writing skills, and communication skills are a must.
• Has respect and consideration for the people being served.