• Job Description

  Req#: 637781515
  • Directs and supervises adaptive program activities to meet the needs of the community and fulfill YMCA objectives.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs staff and volunteers as needed. Reviews and evaluates staff performance. Develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
  • Establishes new program activities and expands programs within the community in accordance with strategic and operating plans.
  • Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information, may organize and schedule program registrations. May review and process program scholarship applications.
  • Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
  • Develops and monitors program budgets to meet fiscal objectives.
  • Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
  • Assists in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
  • Models relationship-building skills in all interactions. Responds to all member and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • May assist with Program Committee meetings.
  • Compiles program statistics. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in programs.
  • Oversees all aspects of adaptive sports programs
  • Implement reasonable accommodations to programs and activities as needed
  • Secures and schedules athletic fields and facilities.
  • Organizes and conducts coaches training and meetings.
  • Organizes and conducts volunteer training and meetings.
  • Creates teams from all registrations.
  • Develops and distributes team practice and game schedules.
  • Develops and distributes adaptive sports rules, guidelines and handbooks.
  • Purchases and distributes team uniforms and awards.
  • Coordinates and distributes team photographs.
  • Organizes and hosts season parties and events.
  • Transports and sets up equipment for games and practices.
  • Monitors and purchases necessary sporting equipment.
  • Organizes and conducts adaptive sports clinics.
  • Develops and implements adaptive sports curriculum.
  • Collaborates with branch staff throughout the Association in the development of adaptive sports programs.
  • Trains branch staff throughout the Association in working with individuals with diverse abilities.
  • Serve as a member of the Inclusion and Adaptive Services Department
  • Performs all other duties as assigned

  The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

  Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

  The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

  • Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Recreational Therapy or equivalent preferred.
  • Five or more years of related experience is preferred.
  • Must be 21 years of age.
  • Completion of YMCA program-specific certifications
  • Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
  • Proven track record of developing authentic relationships with others.
  • Ability to establish and maintain collaborations with community organizations.

  Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings
  • Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after 2 years of full time employment
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
  • Free household membership to YMCA nationwide
  • Discounts on YMCA programs
  • Discounts on YMCA Childcare

• About the company

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