Youth Sports Lead & Program Coach (Games & Camps)

YMCA of Greater Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a program leader to direct youth sports activities on game days, during practices, and at camps. You will ensure quality experiences for participants and parents, focusing on youth development and safety.

Responsibilities include coordinating teams, training staff, supporting volunteers, and assisting with promotions and events. Flexible weekend scheduling is required in this role.

Qualifications

• 1. At least 21 years of age.
• 2. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training upon hire.
• 3. Must possess oral, auditory and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
• 4. Must have a keen desire to work with children and have the ability to relate to them in a positive, patient, sensitive and non-judgmental manner.
• 5. Must possess basic knowledge of sports.
• 6. Must have flexible schedule to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Promotes and incorporates the YMCA five core values and character development model into all program activities.
• Treats all participants, parents and staff with dignity and respect.
• Assists and supervises program activities. Makes sound decisions in alignment with YMCA program standards. Ensures that all staff adhere to program standards.
• Sets up equipment for games and practices.
• Supervises program area at all times to ensure safety.
• Listens to concerns, answers questions and addresses coaches, players and parents in a calm, fair and professional manner.
• Immediately reports problems, inappropriate behavior or situations to Director.
• Monitors play to oversee the safety of players and ensures the particular sports and YMCA rules are followed as needed.
• Assists with sports department inventory of equipment.
• Provides training assistance and additional support to staff, offering extra training when needed.
• Assists Director in forming teams and schedule planning for games and practices to prepare for upcoming seasons.
• Assists Director with identifying and coordinating volunteer coaches to ensure all teams have coach.
• Supports marketing initiatives by creating promotional flyers for clinics and leagues using Association tools.
• Works with Director to ensure proper implementation of sports procedures. Reviews and updates desk procedures and communicates changes to staff.
• Attends mandatory trainings and meetings.
• Assists in YMCA annual fundraising and special events.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job description

YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a program leader to direct youth sports activities on game days, during practices, and at camps. You will ensure quality experiences for participants and parents, focusing on youth development and safety.

Responsibilities include coordinating teams, training staff, supporting volunteers, and assisting with promotions and events. Flexible weekend scheduling is required in this role.