Youth Sports Lead

ymcapkccareers; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 streaming membership

Flexible scheduling around school and,

Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Wellness program

LifeMart discount center

Professional training and certification

20% discount on YMCA programs

Job summary

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties seeks a part-time Youth Sports Lead to supervise and motivate participants in youth sports programs, reflecting YMCA values. You will plan activities, lead practices, and support the Program Director while engaging families and staff.

The role emphasizes inclusivity and a positive, professional demeanor, with requirements for background checks and training on day one.

Qualifications

• Diversity and inclusion is required and must be promoted.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Ability to officiate games according to sport rules.
• Knowledge of sports activities and equipment; ability to teach participants.
• Commitment to diversity and an inclusive environment.
• Must pass background and reference checks per WA State Fair Chance Act.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead and participate in youth sports program activities in various settings.
• Prepare lessons and practice plans.
• Assist and support under the Program Director.
• Assist in recruiting and leading volunteers to support programming.

Skills

Diversity and inclusion

Officiate sports

Sports instruction

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position: Youth Sports Lead

Wage: $18.24 to $18.69 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Gordon Family YMCA, Sumner WA

As a Youth Sports Lead, you will be responsible for supervision, leadership, and motivation for participants in all youth sports programming under the supervision of the Program Director, ensuring a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Qualifications:

• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• You are a high school graduate or equivalent.
• You have one year or more of related experience.
• You are ableto officiate games according to the rules of the sport(s).
• You have knowledge and skills in various sports activities and related equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.
• You have a general understanding of specific sport(s) and the rules or display a willingness to learn.
• You have a positive attitude and are able to demonstrate a friendly, courteous and professional manner while working with members, parents and staff.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, lead and participate in youth sports program activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.
• You will prepare lessons and practice plans.
• You will assist and supportunder the direction of the Program Director
• Assist in recruiting and leading volunteers to assist with programming support

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity to all can thrive in every season of life.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled