Coach - Youth Sports

West Essex YMCA, 321 S LIVINGSTON AVE, LIVINGSTON, New Jersey, United States of America Req #1766

Thursday, March 6, 2025

We are an all-inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission-focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven candidate to join our team.
Sign on bonus may apply

Under the general direction of the Sr. Program Director, the Coach will be responsible for developing youth athletes in all aspects of the assigned sport including mental, psychological, and physical development. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Instructs a group of youth participants in accordance with YMCA guidelines and prepares practice plans accordingly while maintaining constant surveillance of all program participants, emphasizing the importance of safety.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Provides positive, encouraging, and specific feedback on a regular basis regarding technique.
• Uses teachable moments to discuss character development and provides constructive feedback during practice sessions using positive motivation techniques.
• Communicates information to parents in a positive and supportive manner.
• Attends meetings, clinics, banquets, fundraisers, team social functions, and events as required.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Utilizes equipment appropriately with activities and incorporates skill development. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Cleans up the area after each session and reports damaged equipment.
• Keeps the Enrichment Director appraised of situations requiring his/her attention.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.