Gymnastics Equipment Staff

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website : http : / / gscymca.org

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Conduct YMCA program instruction in accordance with USA Gymnastics and YMCA of the USA program standards.
• Ensure adherence to YMCA progressive or competitive standards and quality.
• Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn YMCA gymnastics programs. Be an advocate for child abuse prevention and be well versed in YMCA and USA Gymnastics policies around youth protection.
• Encourage and support gymnasts to provide an enjoyable YMCA experience.
• Evaluate program skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents. Incorporate character development objectives into the program to reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Follow approved positive support techniques to develop and refine gymnast’s skills.
• Always strive to enhance the program and uphold the competitive edge of the program. Provide stern but encouraging coaching in which gymnasts feel motivated to achieve their goals and compete at even higher levels.
• Participate as a part of the YMCA staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment. Respect others by arriving on time and in accordance with schedule. Wear proper attire and name tag in accordance with YMCA standards. Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Provide excellent service to members and participants. Help foster a positive environment for both gymnasts and families.
• Manage participant behavior using collaborative approach with supervision and parents.

Requirements :

Benefits of working part-time at GSCY include :

Greater Somerset County YMCA is a drug free work environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information who share our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.