Youth Sports & Camp Coordinator

Health, Wellness and Fitness Youth and Family Programs

Full Time

Ongoing

$26 – $29/Hour

40 Hours

Presidio

Under the direction of the Director of Youth Sports & Camp, the Youth Sports & Camp Coordinator is responsible for the supervision, operation, development, and implementation of dynamic out of school time sports and camp programs for youths at the Presidio YMCA. This includes the delivery and development of school-year programs including Youth Basketball Leagues, sports clinics, new Youth Sports programming as identified by community needs, and supervision of the Youth Sports Staff as well as creating a positive and nurturing environment for youth taking part in the sports and skill-building physical activity programs through the Presidio YMCA summer day camp.

Highly collaborative, the Youth Sports & Camp Coordinator builds and maintains strong and productive relationships with and among youth, families, YMCA staff, and partner organizations. They create a strong foundation for a lifelong relationship with healthy living using the YMCA’s youth development model. The Youth Sports & Camp Coordinator should be adept at working in a fast-paced environment and thinking fast on their feet.

They are expected to be a positive role model for youth and staff, build healthy relationships, be attentive to the safety of program participants and staff, communicate effectively with participants and their parents, support staff, and align the program with the YMCA’s three areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

• Develop and implement a goal-driven work plan and annual action plan with program activities and deadlines.
• Plan and implement summer day camp programming, including structured activities, snack and lunch times, and enrichment opportunities.
• Organize and lead after-school youth sports and camp programs.
• Ensure program environments are welcoming, accessible, and inclusive.
• Identify and remove barriers to participation.

• Assist with hiring, supervising, and training youth sports and camp staff and volunteers.
• Engage and support volunteers.
• Coordinate staffing for programs and provide direct service as needed.
• Provide ongoing training and support for program staff, including:
• Developing and implementing training sessions.
• Observing staff during activities.
• Offering feedback and guidance.
• Ensuring completion of required training.
• Conducting annual performance evaluations.

• Recruit and retain youth participants through outreach efforts, including:
• Creating and distributing promotional materials.
• Building relationships with families and community leaders.
• Collecting and organizing registration paperwork.
• Maintaining participant records in the database.
• Develop partnerships with schools, administrators, counselors, teachers, and community organizations.

• Monitor participants and provide behavioral support using proactive strategies.
• Facilitate restorative practices and de-escalation techniques as needed.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are available, safe, and appropriate for participants.
• Maintain high standards of leadership, enthusiasm, creativity, and respect for participants, families, and staff.

• Complete administrative tasks related to program operations.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers as needed, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
• Address concerns or complaints and elevate issues to supervisors when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with safety, supervision, risk management, and mandatory reporting policies.
• Attend required staff meetings and professional development training.
• Complete all mandatory safety training and certifications before the first shift.
• Maintain professional conduct and work ethic.

• Follow hygiene and sanitation guidelines, including frequent handwashing.
• Adhere to YMCA safety policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate YMCA leadership values, including mission advancement, relationship-building,…