Basketball Coach (PJACC)

Good Shepherd Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services in Brooklyn is seeking a dedicated Basketball Coach for the Saturday Night Lights program. You will lead training sessions, organize games and tournaments, and mentor youth aged 11–18, promoting teamwork and personal growth.

The role requires designing skill-building drills, supervising activities, and fostering a safe, inclusive environment. CPR certification or willingness to obtain it is requested; Saturdays 4:00 PM–9:00 PM, up to 5 hours per week, at 876 Schenck Ave.,

Qualifications

• Prior experience coaching basketball, preferably with youth aged 11–18.
• Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals, strategies, and rules.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, punctual, and reliable.
• Passion for youth development and mentorship.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• CPR certification or willingness to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead training sessions focused on basketball fundamentals including shooting, dribbling, passing, defense, and teamwork.
• Implement drills to improve agility, speed, endurance, and overall performance.
• Organize and supervise competitive games and tournaments within the program.
• Accompany participants to external tournaments, providing coaching and support.
• Attend games to observe strategies and share insights with participants.
• Ensure basketball equipment is properly maintained and available for use.
• Actively recruit youth aged 11–18 to join the program, collaborating with outreach and marketing teams.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with staff, supervisors, and participants.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.
• Hold or be willing to obtain CPR certification to ensure participant safety.

Skills

Basketball coaching

Communication

Leadership

CPR certification

Job description

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The Saturday Night Lights Basketball Program is a dynamic initiative designed to engage youth ages 11 to 18 in structured, skill-building basketball activities. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Basketball Coach to lead training sessions, organize games and tournaments, and inspire young athletes through mentorship and exposure to professional-level basketball.

Location: 876 Schenck Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Schedule: Saturdays, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Up to 5 hours/week)
Reports To: Director of Youth Services

Salary: $22 - $30 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Skillset Training: Design and lead training sessions focused on basketball fundamentals including shooting, dribbling, passing, defense, and teamwork.
• Basketball Drills: Implement drills to improve agility, speed, endurance, and overall performance.
• Internal Games & Tournaments: Organize and supervise competitive games and tournaments within the program.
• Off-Site Tournament Attendance: Accompany participants to external tournaments, providing coaching and support.
• Professional & College Game Attendance: Attend games to observe strategies and share insights with participants.
• Equipment Management: Ensure basketball equipment is properly maintained and available for use.
• Youth Recruitment: Actively recruit youth aged 11–18 to join the program, collaborating with outreach and marketing teams.
• Communication: Maintain clear and professional communication with staff, supervisors, and participants.
• Safety & Inclusion: Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.
• CPR Certification: Hold or be willing to obtain CPR certification to ensure participant safety.

Qualifications

• Prior experience coaching basketball, preferably with youth aged 11–18.
• Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals, strategies, and rules.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, punctual, and reliable.
• Passion for youth development and mentorship.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• CPR certification or willingness to become certified.