Gym Monitor

Gym Monitor PositionThis position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the direction of the Health & Wellness Director or Senior Program Director, the Gym Monitor will monitor and regulate our basketball gym area, pick-up basketball games, racquetball area, and functional training area. This position must perform program responsibilities in accordance with the policies, goals and mission set forth by the YMCA of Greater San Antonio.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:Monitor and regulate basketball area consisting of pick-up basketball games and half-court general shoot-around.Monitor and regulate volleyball area consisting of pick-up volleyball games to ensure policy is being followed by all members at all times.Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive, safe and nurturing environment.Follow strength training and nutritional guidelines of the YMCA of the USA.Promote the "YMCA Story" with all involved in the program.Monitor all areas of the gym area, including the basketball court and functional training area.Maintain clean centers and help to monitor cleaning maintenance crew.Follow accident reporting procedures and policies.Follow systems, practices, and training related to risk management and safety of participants and staffSubmit key indicator data as needed to supervisor and perform other duties to achieve group and personal goalsClean equipment as directed by supervisorSeek to learn members' names and welcome them personallyAttend all required staff meetings, both departmental and branch/assoc. levelBe a team player and assist co-workers in other departments when neededRefrain from diagnosing injuries, offering medical advice and dispensing or endorsing any and all commercial health products especially nutritional supplements, vitamins, performance enhancing substances and pain relieversOther duties as assigned.Leadership Competencies:Communication & InfluenceEngaging CommunityQualifications:Must have knowledge of basketball and volleyball rules.Will need to be computer literate, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite products.Certifications required within the first week of hire: Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazardous Communications.Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic lifesaving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen.Must have Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.Work Environment & Physical Demands:Work is performed in a fast-paced office environment.Visual acuity is required for reading computer screens and/or documents and making changes as necessary/required.This position requires analytical abilities and multitasking in order to identify problems and recommend solutions.Job requires accuracy and attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, while maintaining high levels of initiative in order to work within deadlines.Occasional stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.Incumbent must be able to stand for long periods of time, as well as be able to use keyboards, telephone keypads, and writing utensils.Uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.