Sport Coaches
YMCA Calgary Volunteer Position
Volunteer Title: Assistant Sport Coach or Head Coach
Location: All YMCA Calgary facilities
Reports To: Sport Supervisor, Sport Coordinator
Date of Revision: July 2023
Note: This role has an age requirement of 14+.
Summary
Our Coaches provide positive experiences and promote healthy communities in Calgary by instructing groups of YMCA participants. Our programs provide participants with an opportunity to have a fun and rewarding experience while enjoying Sport in a recreational environment. Instruction and lesson plans will vary between age groups, levels, and abilities. Lesson plans are provided to volunteers.
Time Commitment
This position requires an 8-month commitment. Volunteers are expected to commit to one (1) volunteer shift per week. Shifts are 1-1.25 hours in length and typically scheduled on weekday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Duties and Responsibilities
Health and Safety
- Maintain a safe environment by following YMCA Calgary policies and procedures
- Build relationships with members, participants, and YMCA staff and volunteers
- Communicate with YMCA Staff regarding any situations during your volunteer shift
Program Support
- Provide a positive experience for children/youth in Sport programs
- Promote the development of fundamental movement skills by following curriculum objectives and progressive lesson plans
- Ensure safety, communication, and a sense of belonging are high priorities
- Manage risks associated with participation in programs
- Set up and take down equipment needed for your lesson plan
Skills
At YMCA Calgary we ensure our volunteers are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following:
- Love for sport, personal development, and community development
- Previous sport experience in a coaching or playing aspect
- Experience building relationships with youth aged 5-15
- Customer service experience with a customer-oriented attitude
- Quick to think on your feet to solve problems and de-escalate situations
- Ability to stand/bend/exert for extended periods of time
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to take initiative, be creative, and self-direct
- Engaging and outgoing personality
- Capability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Experience engaging and working with diverse groups of people
Benefits
- Develop practical leadership skills
- Complementary YMCA Calgary membership (after 3-month probation)
- Education and professional development opportunities
Qualifications
- Clear Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (volunteer letter will be provided after interview)
- Three references (two professional)
- Able to attend and complete required trainings
Orientation and Training
- YBeginnings Orientation
- Health, Safety, and Risk Training
- Child Safety and Protection Training
- Position-specific training
- Processes and tools
- Expectations
- Ongoing training and support