Youth Development Coach

Title: Youth Development Coach – Sports, Fitness & Recreation     

 FSLA status:  Non-Exempt

Reports to: Unit Director

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Assists in the planning, implementing, supervising and evaluating activities provided within a specific program area, such as Education, Technology, Sports, Social Recreation, Fine Arts or Health & Life Skill activities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITES:

Prepare Youth for Success

1. Create an environment that facilitates the achievement of Youth Development Outcomes:

• Engaging and interacting with members to promote and stimulate program participation.
• Participate in new member orientation process.
• Provide guidance and role modeling to members.
• Maintain a safe, clean and positive environment for our members and visitors.
• Maintain control and an accurate inventory of program supplies and equipment.

Program Development and Implementation

1. Effectively implement and administer programs, services and activities for members and visitors.
2. Monitor and evaluate programs, services and activities to ensure safety of members, quality in Programs and appearance of the club at all times. Prepare periodic activity reports. 
3. Program reports and calendars.
4. Assist in promoting and marketing programs to club members and parents.
5. Maintain accurate daily attendance and activity records. 
6. Ensure a productive work environment by participating in weekly scheduled staff meetings and training sessions.
7. Provide direct supervision of all boys and girls ages 6-18 within your program area.

Core Area Responsibilities-Sports, Fitness, & Social Recreation

1. Develop character of members through social recreation & athletics.
2. Promote the fitness of members.
3. Coordinate game room tournament (pool, ping pong, foosball, air hockey)
4. Assist with the development of recreation & athletic program schedule. 
5. Develop and implement athletic leagues, tournaments, and team sports.
6. Develop Club members’ fitness, a positive use of leisure, reduction of stress, appreciation for the environment and social and interpersonal skills.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE PREFERRED:

• 48 or more College Units, college experience, or pass the Standardized Instructional Aide test required.
• Knowledge of current computer technologies and software
• Experience implementing youth programs, activities, and games.
• Ability to motivate youth with high energy and manage behavior problems.
• Ability to deal with the general public.
• Ability to organize and supervise members in a safe environment.
• Mandatory CPR/First Aid Certifications.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH: Active work; standing, stooping, bending to interact with children at play. Exerts up to 20 lbs. of force. 

POSITION AVAILABLE: Visalia (1), Ivanhoe (1)

JOB LOCATIONS: Ivanhoe Boys & Girls Club, 15892 Azalea Ave, Ivanhoe, CA 93235;  Visalia Boys & Girls Club, 215 W Tulare Ave, Visalia, CA 93277; Exeter Boys & Girls Club, 360 E Pine St. Exeter, CA 93221. 

HOURS:  Approximately: Monday through Friday; 2:00-6:00pm; approx.; 20 hours per                              week

APPLY:              In person: At Boys & Girls Club - 215 W. Tulare Ave. in Visalia, or online at                                        careers@bgcsequoias.org

QUESTIONS:           Call: 592-4074 – Contact Leticia Betancourt

CLOSING DATE:    Open until filled