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Fitness Coordinator
About Us & Overview of the Position
The Boys & Girls Club (BGC) in Geneva is an organization committed to providing safe, educational, &
engaging opportunities for local youth. The children who attend (“members”) are provided with food,
homework assistance, learning activities, & recreational time. The Fitness Coordinator will be in charge of
planning & implementing a variety of physical activities & games during our out-of-school programs (after
school throughout the school year, & during summer break).
Proposed Job Description/Duties & Responsibilities
- Prioritize the health & safety of all youths, adhering to NY State Childcare Regulations, site Health & Safety Plans, & BGC Employee Handbook
- Plan, organize, prepare, & lead physical activities for youths: encourage members to try new activities, teach various types of sports & games, promote good sportsmanship – with an emphasis on skills, cooperation, & teamwork over “winning”
- Provide adequate, engaged supervision for the youths in your area/group
- Ability to work in a face-paced environment
- Safeguard confidentiality of members
- Set-up & clean-up area before & after use
- Take accurate attendance during daily programs
- Conduct daily safety checks, health checks, & periodic drills, as required
- At all times maintain a professional appearance demeanor reflective of the high level of quality, standards, & expectations promoted by BGC
- Participate in weekly site meetings & 1-on-1 meetings with supervisor
- Alert supervisor to any safety concerns or other issues that may impact the health & well-being of youths in the program
- Transport youths to & from program in BGC vehicles, as needed
- Required Qualifications
- At least 18 years of age
- Driver’s license, ability to drive BGC-owned vehicles, willingness to assist with transportation
- Communication & organization skills
- Knowledge & understanding of a wide variety of physical games & activities, ranging from organized sports (basketball, baseball, soccer) to yoga, dance, stretching, relay races & more!
- Willingness to lead physical activities inside & outside
- Flexibility, willingness to step up & step in to help, as needed
- Dedication to acting with maturity, professionalism, & respect to coworkers, youths & families ability to work with youths & adults from various backgrounds (including, but not limited to: age, socioeconomic status, race, sexual orientation, ability…)
- Commitment to being a positive role model for youths, encouraging inclusion, teamwork, good sportsmanship, growth mindset, & kindness/respect
Work Environment
This is a part-time, in-person position, serving at one or both of our two Geneva sites. The employee in this
position will report to the Site Supervisor at their location, & will be expected to demonstrate a high level of
maturity, professionalism, patience, & respect. The anticipated pay rate is $18/hour, with a typical schedule of
Monday through Friday. During the school year, employees in this position will work after-school and during
school breaks when we have program, at least 2 or 2:30 to 6:30pm, plus additional mandatory trainings
(announced in advance). In the summer, Fitness Coordinators will work 11:30am to 6pm, Monday through
Thursday, plus 8 or 9am to 6pm on Fridays, and full-days, unless directed otherwise.
About Us
History
The Boys & Girls Club of Geneva, Inc, established in 1995, opened its doors at the Goodman Street Facility to the youth of Geneva on September 30, 1996. In 2002, the Club opened the Castle Street Teen Center to serve teens in downtown Geneva. Then in 2009, the club opened the Geneva Community Center and relocated the Teen Center there just yards away from the Geneva Middle School and High School.
Mission
The mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Geneva is to connect and empower all people in our community, especially young people who need us most, to reach their full potential.
Vision
Bringing Geneva Closer Together
The Boys & Girls Club of Geneva is dedicated to providing places that deliver superior, outcome-driven and responsive programs and opportunities to all segments of the Geneva community.
We are a financially sound organization focused not only on children but the needs of the entire community which enables us to develop and expand services at the Geneva Community Center and each Clubhouse.
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