The Athletic Program Assistant is responsible for assisting and overseeing the delivery of a broad range of Athletic Programs within BGCD programming. The Athletic Program Assistant will lead the children in age appropriate development activities that promote:
* Healthy Lifestyles
* Good Character and Citizenship
* Academic Success
KEY ROLES: (Essential Job Responsibilities)
- Assist in the delivery of Athletic Programs, activities, field trips and events as directed by the Athletic Director and Director of Operations.
- Assist the managers in establishing and maintaining area program goals and setting that ensures the health and safety of members.
- Maintain safety of children as a first priority. Emphasize personal safety and emotional wellbeing with children, parents and other program staff at all times.
- Assist in the supervision of members participating in programs and services within the program area as well as throughout the clubhouse as deemed appropriate.
- Participate in collaborative programs and events with staff from other clubhouses and other departments and community organizations as appropriate.
- Assist program partners and consultants who can offer related instruction, support and guidance to members.
- Ensure that members: actively participate in a variety of programs/activities; seek advice/guidance from staff in regard to problems; and receive caring, respect and recognition for their efforts.
- Assist with meeting objectives consistent with organizational goals and mission
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the supervision of part-time high school staff when necessary.
- Demonstrate leadership to ensure conduct, safety and development of members.
- Drive Club van as needed.
- Assume other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Graduate/GED
- Direct experience providing recreation programs for youth
- Knowledge of youth development principles
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
- Proven ability to work with and understand the needs of children and be committed to working with participants from a variety of backgrounds
- Knowledge of and commitment to carrying out the BGCD program philosophy and goals
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to work clubhouse hours especially as seasons and service needs change
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and comply with the Club’s van driver approval process.
- Must be or become CPR / FA certified
- Must consent to and pass a CORI/SORI and background check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Moderate physical requirements. A majority of work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility, with some work performed outside, exposed to changing weather conditions. Must be consistently able to instruct and participate in a vast variety of sports and physical activities.
Occasional – Routine deadlines; usually sufficient lead time; variance in work volume seasonal and predictable; priorities can be anticipated; interruptions are common; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.
Job frequently requires standing, walking, handling objects with hands, talking and hearing. Job occasionally requires reaching, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, crouching, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person