Gym Monitor

South Shore YMCA; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore YMCA is seeking a Gym Monitor for the Sports and Recreation programs in Quincy, MA. The role focuses on supervising participants, ensuring safety, and delivering positive member service in a dynamic community environment.

Responsibilities include supporting program activities, engaging staff, maintaining facilities, and assisting with community outreach and fundraising efforts. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and work in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge/experience with a variety of sports.
• Experience supervising children and adults preferred.
• Must be motivated, upbeat and dedicated to creating a safe, engaging environment.
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with staff, volunteers and members.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and assist all Sport & Recreation programs and activities that are operating.
• Monitor and communicate with supervisor all staff related issues and concerns.
• Provide welcoming member service and respond to inquiries, solving problems.
• Assist in facility maintenance to keep equipment safe and in good condition.
• Support YMCA fundraising activities and collaborate with community organizations.

Skills

Sports knowledge

Staff supervision

Customer service

Communication skills

Initiative

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Hale Y and ELC - Quincy, MA 02169, Salary Range: $15.00 - $17.00 Hourly,

The Sports and Recreation Gym Monitor will provide supervision and assist all Sport & Recreation programs and activities that are operating. Actively engage and supervise participants, focusing on their safety, needs and enrichment. Provide positive member service and abide by all policies and rules of the South Shore YMCA.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we stride 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 make a difference. 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.

CORE EXPECTATIONS:

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Provide supervision and assist all Sport & Recreation programs and activities that are operating.

STAFF ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

Work with YMCA staff and treat them with respect. Perform other tasks and /or duties deemed necessary by the Sport & Recreation Director. Monitor and communicate with supervisor all staff related issues and concerns. Attend all staff meetings and maintain and update when required proper certifications.

MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

Provide welcoming member service. Interact with members in a friendly, engaging and professional manner. Respond to inquiries and solve problems. Creates a supportive community environment, assists in recruiting and engaging new families, and connects families to the YMCA’s cause. Educate members of all policies and procedures of the YMCA. Be familiar with all information and answer questions about programs, schedules, and policies of the Sport & Recreation department. Ensure that the South Shore YMCA Child Protection Policies are fulfilled.

FACILITY MANAGEMENT

Assist in providing an area that is clean, safe and well maintained. Ensure that all equipment is in good working order and communicate to management any deficiencies in quantity and or quality of all equipment.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & SUPPORT

Assists in YMCA fund raising activities/events, and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge/experience with a variety of sports
• Experience supervising children and adults preferred
• Must be motivated, upbeat and dedicated to creating a safe, engaging and fun environment for the children and families we service.
• The ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with staff, volunteers and members is important to this position.
• Excellent communication skills, and demonstrated poise and professionalism when addressing concerns and interacting with people
• Must also have the ability to take initiative and respond to a variety of situations while working in a fast-paced environment.

YMCA COMPETENCIES- TEAM LEADER

• Mission and Community Oriented – Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Work effectively with people of all backgrounds and levels. Willingness to serve and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build supportive relationships with them.
• People Oriented – Remains calm in challenging situations and seeks to understand the underlying cause. Speaks and writes effectively. Develops rapport, relates well and takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Results Oriented – Discovers ideas to create and deliver a high-value member experience. Makes sound judgments, establishes goals, plans work, supports fundraising, and adheres to budgeting procedures.
• Personal Development – Recognizes personal strengths and limitations, pursues self-development and demonstrates flexibility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position requires the ability to be on your feet for extended periods of time; the ability to bend, stoop or sit on the ground for long periods of time as well as the ability to lift up to 50lbs.