Volleyball Coach in Montclair, New Jersey at Montclair YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the guidance of the Sports Director, the Volleyball Coach is responsible for providing support in the organization, delivery and quality of YMCA program(s) to the membership, program participants, and community. This position works independently under general direction and is expected to determine how to accomplish tasks. The incumbent accepts, demonstrates and teaches the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

OUR CULTURE:

At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each and every day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying and meeting our community needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
• Instructs T- Ball/ Coaches Pitch that will help with basic skills (i.e. fielding, throwing, catching, and hitting) will also help with basic drills and games throughout the season.
• Instructs program activities and aids program growth.
• Responsible for creating lesson plans and facilitating their class.
• Responsible for equipment set-up and take-down.
• Assists in monitoring equipment for maintenance needs and repairs.
• Promotes and incorporates the YMCA core values and character development model into all program activities.
• Gives the Supervisor and all member and community inquiries and feedback in a timely manner.
• Assists in monitoring daily operations to adhere to all YMCA health and safety standards and policies.
• Adheres to and promotes all Sports Department health and safety standards and policies.
• Punches in and out for their scheduled shift following company policy of punching in & out not more than five minutes prior to or after their scheduled shift.
• All other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Collaboration
• Communication & Influence
• Innovation

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma.
• At least three (3) years of work related experience with sport programs.
• Demonstrates excellent planning and organizational skills, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective interpersonal and communications (oral and written) skills, as well as the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with Vendors, Directors and Staff of all levels.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Good time management skills.
• This position ensures the delivery of high quality mission and market driven programs and effective supervision of YMCA services in the areas of sports programs.
• Ensure program activities meet the needs of the program participants are age appropriate, meet safety and YMCA standards at all times.
• Must have a CPR/AED and First Aid Certification OR get certified within 90 days of employment

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to frequently stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, type, run, jump, kick, catch, throw, climb, kneel, bend, reach, balance, crouch or crawl, climb and/or balance, reach with hands and arms, handle or feel, stoop, climb a minimum of two flights of stairs (approximately every half-hour), lift/move and carry approximately 45 pounds, and use hands and fingers. Special vision abilities required: distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work is normally performed in a typical sports/gymnasium environment. At times, the employee may be exposed to situations where injuries may occur. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to above average. Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions and to wet and/or humid conditions in swimming pool areas may occur.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• YMCA Membership: Enjoy access to our YMCA facilities at no cost.
• 25% Discount on various YMCA Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for referring to qualified candidates.
• Employee Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on various products and services.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Eligibility after 90 days of employment.

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday

HOURLY PAY RATE: $17.00- $20.00