Athletic Coordinator
Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County, Inc.
Newport, RI 02840

Position Type: part time

Reporting to the Director of Program Operations, the Athletic Coordinator will be responsible for the following:

· Provide support to the Kid's Clubhouse and Teen Center for facilitation of afterschool programming

· Coordination and facilitation of Triple Play programming.

o Triple Play program is a dynamic wellness program that focuses on physical and mental health and wellness. The athletic coordinator would be responsible for creating program aligned with the Triple Play curriculum, and facilitating the program during afterschool programming hours.

· Support the athletic department leagues, clinics, events, etc.

· Work with various program partners to provide quality programming

· Maintaining attendance records of athletic department programming, leagues, clinics, events, etc.

Job Requirements:

· Bilingual Spanish preferred.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills

· Knowledge of or the ability to obtain knowledge of the Newport Community (including community agency programs/services).

· Demonstrated ability to work with youth from a culturally diverse population and a sensitivity to that population.

· Must be proficient with computer technology – e.g. Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, and the ability to keep accurate data for reporting purposes and to work independently/self-starter.

· CPR/First Aid certified

· Citizenship, residency or work VISA in the United States required.

· All staff are expected to assist with our major fundraising events

· All staff have responsibilities to help fundraise

· Staff must be flexible as our schedules change to serve our members – evening and weekends are expected during the school year

Job Responsibilities

· In collaboration with program staff, oversee and supervise Athletic Programming for our school-aged youth

· Create and implement programs that target the Boys & Girls Club’s primary outcomes (Healthy Lifestyles, Character & Leadership and Academic Success)

· Manage behaviors utilizing restorative practices, reinforcement and discipline when necessary

· Create an emotionally safe environment for all members

· Create a strong sense of belonging in the club through recognition and community-building efforts

· Design and implement programs each week

· Provide support in maintaining accurate member files, data entry, and other reporting for members.

· Participate in strategic planning to improve the quality of services, recruit and retain participants and generate revenue.

· Intentionally outreach to socio-economically diverse youth to become the place of choice for all children and youth

· Identify and respond to the mental and behavioral health needs of youth, with a focus on prevention through direct service and community collaboration

· Pursue community/school-based partnerships to provide greater access to more children and youth and to help meet BGC and Community’s top priorities

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

Sitting, standing, active up and down within area.

Terms of Employment:

The position is part time 20-29 hours per week. Afterschool/evening hours during the school year, morning/afternoon during the summer season, and weekend availability.

Welcome to the Boys & Girls Club of Newport County

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The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need help most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. For nearly 65 years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County has provided quality programming and services not only to those less-advantaged children and their families but to all youth in our community. The Club is part of a nationwide movement of more than 4,000 Boys & Girls Clubs, and we provide services to more than 2200 members annually.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County offers a variety of programs for children, teens, adults and families. Programs include after school licensed child care, homework help, a teen center, summer camp, swimming lessons and aquatics, a fitness center, dance and drama, computers and technology, music and music production, and the fine arts.

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Interested candidates e-mail a letter of intent and resume to:

Mike Coelho, mcoelho@bgcnewport.org

95 Church Street

Newport, RI 02840

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 29 per week

Work Location: In person

Interested parties may apply here.