Youth Sports Counselor I (Summer 2026)
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Job Location:
Greenville, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development healthy living and social responsibility.
Under the direction of the Sports Director and Sports Assistant and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA of Greenville the SportsCounselor will assist in providing leadership and direction in the development and success of the specific Youth Sports programs in the community.
Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work but we also offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:
- Work Today Get Paid Today!!!Instant access to your earned wages before payday.
- Free individual Y membership with 75% discount on upgraded memberships (discount applies to non-seasonal hires).
- 50% Discount on Programs including Childcare Sports Aquatics and Personal Training.
- 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
- 403b Retirement Savings Plan.
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our 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.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and the implementation of specific program curriculum within the Sports Department primarily during the summer season in Sports Camps through proper training evaluation and promotion of programs.
- Assist in giving guidance and direction to sports participants and volunteers.
- Assist in maintaining the equipment inventory and program areas.
- Develops relationships for the advancement and promotion of the YMCA Sports Program.
- Ensure safety procedures are followed.
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
- Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
- Follow mandated reporting requirements
- Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities
Qualifications
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Knowledge of recreation physical education or some related field or equivalent work experience.
- Knowledge of the following sports: baseball basketball football track & field and soccer e.g. rules.
- Possess skills in relationship building e.g. excellent communication skills.
Beneficial Skills & Experience
- Have a full understanding of YMCA philosophy and live work and perform work duties in a manner consistent with such.
- Community involvement.
- Experience working with youth of all ages.
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
