Ninja Program Staff

Description

The Keene Family YMCA is seeking part-time staff for their growing Ninja Program! In this role you will supervise open ninja sessions and rentals in a safe, enjoyable, culturally aware, and positive environment that promotes youth development, social responsibility, and healthy living in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In 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!  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests while exemplifying the Y’s commitment to the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility.
2. Responds to all member and community inquiries in a timely manner.
3. Lead energizing, fun, culturally aware, safe, open ninja sessions as directed by the supervisor.
4. Answers questions from members to support them in achieving their goals related to healthy living. 
5. Maintains working knowledge of wellness and trends to provide effective information and support to members.
6. Provide direct supervision to Ninja Program participants in accordance with YMCA best practices, policies and procedures. 
7. Identifies potential volunteers/employees.
8. Develops positive relationships with participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
9. Conveys program information, surveys, and annual campaign to participants.
10. Follows all YMCA emergency and safety procedures.
11. Upholds all YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct.
12. Project a positive, enthusiastic, and professional image.

BENEFITS

All full and part-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:  

• Membership to the Y 
• Flexible schedules 
• Professional development opportunities 
• 401a retirement plan with company match, plus option to contribute to a 403b retirement savings account 
• The opportunity to work for a mission-driven organization and to make a real difference in the lives of others in your community 

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Meets 80% to 100% of the following qualifications: 

1. Ability to perform duties with professionalism, enthusiasm, kindness, empathy, care, honesty, and respect. 
2. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. 
3. Must have a fundamental knowledge of Ninja Obstacle Courses or similar 
4. Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with class participants, superiors, and co-workers. 
5. Must be able to implement oral and written instructions. 
6. Exercises mature judgment and sound decision making. 
7. Must have 1-2 years of previous experience working with children ages 1-12. 
8. Must have 1-2 years’ experience with ninja obstacle courses or similar. 

PREFERED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have 5+ years of Ninja, gymnastics or related coaching or teaching experience. 
2. Must have knowledge of proper use of ninja/gymnastics equipment. 
3. Holds a Ninja Coaching Certificate.