Lifeguard - Parkville

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

 
At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous paid time off, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as dependent care FSA. We offer a generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, and opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to fostering a positive work environment means you'll have access to training and development programs that align with our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Join us and bring your passion to a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference! 

As a Y on the Fly Sports Counselor, you will be a key member of a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping children, families, and communities achieve more in all aspects of life. You will deliver physical activity and nutrition-based programs to school-age children at multiple sites, providing safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate experiences.

You will also maintain and organize equipment and program resources, assist with planning, set up and clean up, and ensure high-quality programming and positive participant experiences. Through your work, you contribute to the Y and the broader community by creating experiences that foster health, well-being, purpose, acceptance, and belonging.

This Role Is Right for You If You Have:

• A love of sports and working with people
• A desire to help and encourage others to enjoy sports and physical activity
• Prior experience teaching and supervising sports or nutrition-focused activities
• Experience working with school-age children
• Strong communication skills and the ability to listen and engage effectively with children, families, and Y associates

Essential Functions

• Deliver safe, engaging, and age-appropriate sports and nutrition programs at multiple sites
• Maintain and organize program equipment and resources
• Assist with planning, preparation, set-up, and clean-up for program sessions
• Ensure all participants are supervised and engaged in activities
• Promote positive behavior, teamwork, and healthy competition
• Communicate program goals and instructions clearly to participants and staff
• Support program quality, adherence to Y policies, and a safe environment for all participants
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere that reflects the Y’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility

Daily Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise physical activity and nutrition-based programs for school-age children
• Set up and prepare equipment and materials prior to program sessions
• Engage with children in a fun, encouraging, and supportive manner
• Monitor participant safety and behavior, intervening when necessary
• Track attendance and program participation
• Assist with clean-up and storage of program equipment
• Communicate with site staff, parents, and Y associates about program updates or participant needs
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive environment where all participants feel valued and supported

All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.