YMCA Sports Volunteer

The YMCA Sports Volunteer supports youth and community sports programs by helping create a positive, safe, and encouraging environment for participants. Volunteers assist with practices, games, and program activities while promoting the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist families and program staff with organizing and leading sports activities
• Help supervise participants during practices, games, and events
• Encourage teamwork, good sportsmanship, and positive behavior
• Support skill development through drills, demonstrations, and encouragement
• Help set up and take down equipment before and after activities
• Ensure participant safety by following YMCA policies and procedures
• Serve as a positive role model for youth participants
• Communicate respectfully with participants, parents, and YMCA staff

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Interest in working with youth and supporting community programs
• Enthusiasm for sports, fitness, and healthy lifestyles
• Reliable, responsible, and punctual
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous sports experience (playing or coaching) is helpful but not required
• Must complete YMCA volunteer application and background screening

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, walk, and be active for extended periods
• Ability to lift and carry light sports equipment
• Willingness to participate in active indoor and/or outdoor environments

TRAINING & SUPPORT:

• Coaches' orientation to YMCA mission, values, and policies
• Youth Protection Training in accordance with YMCA guidelines
• OSHA and general safety training requirements
• Program-specific sports training and instruction
• Ongoing guidance and supervision from YMCA staff
• Access to resources and professional development opportunities