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Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County
Job Description
HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR
REPORTS TO: Program Manager
GENERAL FUNCTION:
The Health & Physical Education Coordinator is directly responsible to the Program Manager. His/Her areas of responsibility are centered on specific program components as indicated in the Job Description. In the absence of the Club Director and Program Manager, he/she may assume full responsibility for the operation of the Club.
KNOW HOW:
TECHNICAL:
Interpret goals and objectives of the Boys & Girls Club
Play, publicize, organize, and conduct activities, tournaments, leagues, special events, etc.
Prepare written plans for program activities including goals, mechanics, needs, and cost projection
Basic knowledge of emergency First Aid and CPR
Knowledge of developmental stages and their relations to programming
Knowledge of sports, game theories, and rules
MANAGERIAL: Support Club Director in implementing all areas relevant to the three core program areas. (1) Academic Success; (2) Good Character and Citizenship; and (3) Healthy Lifestyles
Supervise, train, and motivate staff and volunteers
Present a professional image to the community
Utilize program evaluation and activity forms
Plan, delegate, and follow up on projects
Think creatively in the development and implementation of new programs
HUMAN RELATIONS: Counsel and discipline members
Maintain effective control of buildings and grounds
Relate to Community, Board, Parents, and Members
Instill enthusiasm and good character traits in the members
Possess a desire to work for the benefit of our members
Present the Boys & Girls Clubs philosophy and purpose to general public
Work productively with supervisor and subordinates
JOB SEGMENTS: Assist Club Director and Program Manager in planning and organizing the program of the Club.
Make periodic reports to the Program Manager and Club Director
Maintain Bulletin Board for areas of responsibility and post general health and hygiene related information
Stimulate interest and participation in Community Events
Assist in training of Club staff
Assume management of facility in the absence of the Club Director and Program Manager (if directed to do so)
Recommend and requisition supplies for area of responsibility
Provide leadership in the development of new programs
Assist in special projects as the need arises (i.e. fundraising, Summer session, and other organization sponsored Special Events)
SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUPERVISION AND DEVELOPMENT:
Plan, organize, publicize and conduct (if necessary) programs in the Health, Physical Education Department.
Organize all league activities.
Organize and conduct scheduled skills clinics for all major sports.
Conduct rules clinics for coaches and officials.
Recruit, supervise, and train volunteers for physical department and other areas of responsibility.
Organize and supervise playground activities.
Assist in the conduct of summer session if so assigned.
Assist Club Directors and Program Managers in special event planning and programming.
Plan, promote, and conduct physical department special events monthly.
Assume responsibility for the Club if so assigned.
Manage all grants and deliverables relevant to the Club.
In addition to the specific professional job duties, the Health& Physical Education Coordinator must possess the ability to: Access facility needs and perform janitorial duties, mopping, cleaning walls, bathrooms, etc.
Perform minor maintenance: change light bulbs, ceiling tiles, hanging posters, painting, and sports equipment.
Move throughout activity area without disrupting youth traffic flow and activities.
Perform CPR and First Aid techniques.
Handle a variety of tasks at one time correctly.
Recognize and react quickly to problems, challenges and quickly stop undesirable activity (arguing, fighting, horseplay, etc.).
Supervise activity either inside or outside.
Assist children with homework.
Work in any department within the Club on an emergency basis, especially the game room at an acceptable performance level to maintain a safe environment.
Drive organization vehicles, such as 15 passenger vans, buses, etc.
Manage Club Finances to understand and work within department budgets.
Communicate in person, on the telephone and in print.
Take members on field trips and provide direct supervision of assigned members at places like museums, zoos, waterslide parks, Lion Country Safari, etc.
Work in non-air conditioned or heated facilities and provide supervision on outdoor playgrounds.
Immediately correct safety concerns, (water on floor, equipment not stored correctly, doors left unlocked, etc.)
Answer telephone and communicate with caller in a professional and effective manner.
Pick up needed supplies from stores and bring to Club.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess at least a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field from an accredited institution required.
Minimum of one year experience working with children in a full-time position
Ability to obtain and maintain current commercial driver's license (CDL)
Maintain a safe driving record.
Ability to interact with diverse personalities, in a non-emotional, non-confrontational manner
Display tact, maturity, and flexibility always
CPR and First Aid certification required.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIRMENTS
High energy level required, must be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Must possess superior interpersonal abilities; ability to get along with diverse personalities at all times displaying tact, maturity, flexibility and professionalism. Good reasoning abilities and sound judgment are also required.
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