Join Our Team as a Sports Program Staff at the Beverly YMCA!

Are you passionate about sports and enjoy working with youth and adults in a fun, energetic environment? The Beverly YMCA is looking for dedicated Sports Program Staff to help run engaging and dynamic programs for our community!
About the Role:
As part of our Sports team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality sports programming, fostering skill development, and ensuring a positive experience for all participants. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves sports, coaching, and building relationships in a team-oriented setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and assist in basketball skills & drills clinics, helping participants improve their game.
⚽ Facilitate preschool sports classes on Friday mornings, introducing young children to the fundamentals of sports in a fun and engaging way.
Support the Men's Basketball League by managing the scoreboard, tracking team scores, and sending out weekly updates to participants.
Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for all athletes and families.
What We're Looking For:
✔️ Enthusiastic individuals with a passion for sports and youth development.
✔️ Experience coaching, refereeing, or playing sports (preferred but not required).
✔️ Strong communication and organizational skills.
✔️ Ability to engage with participants of all ages and skill levels.
✔️ Comfortable working evenings and weekends as needed.
Why Work for the Y?
✅ Gain hands-on experience in sports programming and youth development.
✅ Work in a supportive, community-driven environment.
✅ Free YMCA membership with access to fitness facilities, pools, and discounts on programs.
✅ Opportunity to grow within the YMCA and develop leadership skills.

If you're ready to make a difference through sports and have fun while doing it, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to join our team at the Beverly YMCA!

Qualifications

• Passion for sports, youth development, and community engagement.
• Prior experience coaching, refereeing, or playing sports (basketball experience preferred).
• Comfortable working with children of all ages and skill levels.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to engage with players, parents, and fellow staff.
• Ability to run structured drills, teach fundamental skills, and foster a positive environment.
• Basic understanding of scorekeeping, game rules, and sportsmanship principles.
• Experience with email communication and basic record-keeping (helping with men's basketball league logistics).
• CPR & First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Availability for Friday morning preschool sports classes and evening/weekend programming as needed.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
• Physically and mentally acts appropriately and immediately to unexpected circumstances

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.