Referee / Coach

Merrimack Valley YMCA; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Merrimack Valley YMCA is seeking a Referee/Coach to officiate youth basketball games under the Sports Director. You will enforce rules, provide constructive coaching, and ensure a safe, engaging session for all participants.

The role requires CPR/First Aid certification, strong communication, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs while maintaining a professional demeanor and serving as a positive role model.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with staff, volunteers, parents, and participants.
• Commitment to YMCA safety policies and child protection policies.
• Must maintain CPR and First Aid certifications throughout employment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand/move during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Officiate youth basketball games in accordance with rules.
• Provide energizing, safe, and educational sessions with positive coaching.
• Maintain a safe and orderly atmosphere for participants and spectators.
• Attend set session schedules and required staff meetings.
• Support staff and volunteers and communicate issues to supervisor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Relationship building

Flexibility

Professional conduct

Safety awareness

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:Under the supervision of the Sports Director, the Referee/Coach is responsible for officiating youth basketball games.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Enforce the rules and regulations of assigned games.Conducts energizing, fun, safe, and educational sessions; provide positive feedback, constructive coaching, and encouragement to all participants.Ensure safety is a priority at all times.Able to commit to a set session schedule and attend as needed.Assist Director in maintaining an orderly and fun atmosphere for assigned games.Wear a staff shirt when working assigned games.Act professionally and to serve as role models for the participants.Uphold the YMCA four core values of caring, honest, respect and responsibility.CORE EXPECTATIONS:Staff Engagement & Development:Work with YMCA staff and treat them with respect. Perform other tasks and /or duties deemed necessary by the Sports 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 manor. Respond to inquiries and solves 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 MVYMCA 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.Volunteer Development:Support volunteers and their daily functions.Community Involvement & Support:Assists in YMCA activities/events and engages in collaborative relationships in order to strengthen, support, and build community.QUALIFICATIONS:Must be at least 16 years of ageMaintain current CPR certification and First Aid throughout employment.Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.Must possess and utilize excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills. Demonstrate prior ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.Must have good human relations’ and communication skills to facilitate positive relationships with staff, volunteers, parents, members and program participants.Must be committed to the Merrimack Valley YMCA’s mission, character development and goals.Able to lift up to 40 lbs.Able to stand/move while working part- or full-time hours.Must have the capability to promote the social, emotional, intellectual and physical talents of each child.Use behavior management techniques that are developmentally appropriate.Maintain a professional manner at all times with children, parents and colleagues.Must follow/practice all program policies and procedures during center’s operational hours.Remain flexible for job specific and general YMCA trainings and mandatory staff meetings.EFFECT ON END RESULTS:This position has primary impact on the overall effectiveness with which the YMCA accomplishes its goals and objectives in service to our communities.