Sports Staff

Iv Ymca
Peru, IL

NEEDED FOR FALL 2025

Position Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, the Sports Staff will instruct and supervise youth, adults and seniors in a variety of programs, camps and events related to sports, recreation, fitness and more. The Sports Staff will help to provide a positive, safe, educational and fun environment for all participants and will positively communicate information on YMCA programs, camps and events.

Essential Functions:

  1. Coach and instruct participants on how to effectively complete programs, camps or events in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
  2. Assist with preparation of program, camp or event plans including set-up, tear-down, drills, games, etc.
  3. At times, directly supervise or oversee programs, camps or events.
  4. Provide assistance to direct supervisor as needed and fill-in for the direct supervisor when necessary.
  5. Maintain positive and effective relationships with members, participants, parents and other staff of the YMCA.
  6. Encourage member and parent involvement where applicable.
  7. Convey information about YMCA programs and events to the public.
  8. Participates in staff meetings, trainings, events and reviews as required.
  9. Organize and puts away program, camp and event equipment. Report damaged equipment to direct supervisor.
  10. Inform the direct supervisor of any issues that need attention, including safety concerns, member dissatisfaction, etc.
  11. Uphold all YMCA policies, procedures, standards and code of conduct.
  12. Fulfill any functions designated by the direct supervisor for the betterment of the programs, camps and events.

Qualifications:

  1. Working knowledge through either competitive experience or coaching in at least one of the following areas: basketball, volleyball, soccer, football.
  2. Willingness to learn additional skills.
  3. Ability to teach the development of skills and proper techniques to others.
  4. Ability to motivate and effectively communicate with members, parents and participants and to exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making.
  5. 16 years or older preferred.
  6. Have a flexible work schedule allowing for evening, night and weekend hours.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities.

FLSA Status: Part-Time

Reports to: Program Director

TO APPLY: Submit resume and completed application to the Illinois Valley YMCA.

Posted 2026-01-30

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