Boxing Coach

Location: The Salvation Army - Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center - Phoenix, Arizona Address: Kroc So Mtn Youth Family, Salvation Army Kroc South Mountain, 1375 E. Broadway Road, Phoenix, AZ 850402305, USA Status: Non-Exempt / On - Call Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Position Summary: The Boxing Coach will provide support to volunteers assisting the boxing program. Boxing Coaches will assist head coaches with practice plans for sparring and skill demonstration sessions. They will also ensure safe use of the facility by enforcing regulations. Qualifications HS Diploma or GED required. One year of experience in a gymnasium and athletic field setting, also a boxing setting, as a coach, participant, overseer, lead. Computer experience in using Microsoft Word and Excel preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must have ability to work and relate well with people. Must have or be able to obtain CPR/First Aide certification within first 30 days of employment. Must have or be able to obtain USA Boxing Certification within 90 days of employment. Have a Philosophy of education and child development, which is consistent with that of the center and The Salvation Army. Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Ability to work with children, parents, and staff in a capacity of leadership and education including, but not limited to: Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children & program participants of all ages. Sensitivity to individual needs, especially children. Ability to use appropriate positive discipline consistently. Ability to handle crisis situations, calmly. Ability to request supervisory assistance when needed. Must pass a criminal background check. Primary Responsibilities Effectively provide support to other coaches. Review and ensure all boxing participants have paid their fees prior to their acceptance in the boxing program. Prepare a practice plan and submit to Fitness Manager. Assist in supervision of gymnasium, field and special events and game room areas. Interface with peer, supervisors and people of various socio-economic backgrounds. Ensure the safe use of the facility by enforcement of facility regulations. Ensure all boxers and parents are properly signed in and out. Maintain total responsibility of all assigned boxers during the 4-hour shift. Communicate with all parents notifying them of events in the boxing gym. Ensure scheduled gang prevention program is consistent and properly administered. Report all gymnasium and recreation field defects and repair problems. Enforce all rules that pertain to the gymnasium and recreation field and facility on a constant basis. Ability to work with volunteers on a professional level. Ability to assist in any emergencies or accidents. Handle disputes with participants, parents and students in a professional manner. Maintain a safe working environment; Report all harmful problems with facilities to the proper supervisor. Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures. Maintain the Code of Ethics policy, which has been established for the Kroc Center. Recognize the spiritual need of individuals, which may rewire referral to the officer/pastor who is an ordained minister of religion. Perform other assignments/duties as directed. Physical Requirements Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms on a continuous basis. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to operate telephone, a desktop or laptop computer, as well as the ability to access and produce information from a computer, and to understand written information. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Krocphoenix