Bonita Springs, FL, USA
121 days ago
Sports Department Basketball Associate
Apply Job Type Part-time Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Program/Sports Director, the Sports Department Associate is responsible for direct care and supervision for all participants in the sports programs. The Sports Department Associate may assist in officiating youth basketball, flag football and/or soccer games for enrolled participants.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
General Responsibilities:

Organizes and executes all activities for enrolled participants.Monitors the area at all times to ensure safety, and immediately makes changes as necessary.Provides a positive environment for all participants, and actively encourages participation to ensure growth and development.Exemplifies appropriate behavior and is a role model for participants; actively listening, shows patience, understanding, and respect for others.Instructs and guides participants through the rules of the program and ensures adherenceImmediately reports all unusual incidents or accidents to the Program Director, and fills out all applicable and necessary reports.Ensures the area is neat, orderly and free of all safety impediments.Develops and fosters interpersonal relationships between participants, and is pro-active creating an environment of cooperation, friendliness, and helpfulness towards staff and customers.Ensures all necessary supplies are on hand and well maintained at all times.Set up for sports programs as directed by supervisorOn-site attendance is required of this positionResponsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.All other duties as assigned

Additional Refereeing Responsibilities:

Responsible for being prompt and professional during all games and program activitiesInteract with coaches, other sports officials / umpires, youth, parents and YMCA staffEnforce program rules and policies by maintaining constant surveillance of program participantsSet up facility or equipment, store equipment, and secure facility upon completion of games/program (on an as needed basis)Report equipment problemsEnsure safety of members/participantsAll other duties as assigned Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Prior experience working with children and adultsThis person should be familiar with the game rules and possess the knowledge to teach the basic skills, as well as supervise the childrenMust have previous playing or officiating experience or have completed referee training clinicSuccessfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements as well as meet the Association’s policies on background screeningAdhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policyAble to maintain confidentiality

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

CPR and First Aid CertificationAnnual completion of YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens trainingAnnual completion of YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention classStaff Safety Requirements/Cleaning ProtocolsAdditional training classes as recommended by supervisor. Salary Description 15.00 to 16.00 per hour
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