indoor sports leader
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Indoor Sports Leader Position Description
Position Details
Entity YMCA Victoria Community Programming
Terms and Conditions of Employment
YMCA Staff Collective Agreement 2015
Division/Department Indoor Sports (Recreation) Classification RE5
Position Title Indoor Sports Leader Employment Status Permanent Part Time (30 hours per fortnight)
Position Reports To Programs Coordinator Budget/Delegations N/A
Direct Reports Depending on organisational needs, the Indoor Sports Leader is responsible for a variety of areas that possibly includes: Administrative support for the Programs Coordinator Management of Children’s Programs Management of Indoor Sports competitions Communication with teams and participants
Key Internal Relationships One Casey leadership team One Casey staff and volunteers Casey Stars Committee YMCA staff Casey Stadium Primary Tenants
Key External Relationships Participants Parents and guardians Community groups and organisations City of Casey
About YMCA Victoria At the Y, we believe in the power of inspired young people. A community not-for-profit organisation with
17 million participations annually across Australia. 8,000 staff and volunteers serve at more than 150
locations every day. We partner with government and private capital to deliver programs and services that
include community recreation, adventure and stadium sports, camping, learn to swim, children's programs,
early learning, youth services, retirement living, disability services and social enterprises.
“Amplify Your Voice. Shape Our Community. Challenge Our World.” YMCA Victoria Vision 2025
Indoor Sports Leader Position Description
Position Purpose The Indoor Sports Leader is responsible for leading the Indoor Sports department at Casey Stadium. A key focus of the role is Indoor Cricket however, includes all programming of the indoor sports area such as indoor soccer, clinics and other activation. The core role of the Indoor Sports Leader is to coordinate, develop and implement quality cricket and soccer experiences for the community. The Indoor Sports Leader will play a key role in driving domestic competitions and liaising with the competitive program. Establishing and maintaining strong, mutually beneficial partnerships with peak bodies and local organisations and clubs is a key aspect of the role. In addition to local programming, the role has emphasis on delivering major events through relationships with state and national organisations. A key aspect to this role is to increase the cricket usage at Casey Stadium and ensure the programs and services offered meet the needs of the community. The successful applicant will be highly motivated and passionate about delivering programs and competitions with strong ability to prioritise and multitask. The role will include completing shifts across a range of hours including mornings, days, nights and weekends.
Key Result Areas (Primary Responsibilities)
Service Delivery General Duties Development
ProgrammingCommunity
Stengthening
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Service Delivery
Direct involvement with the provision of service delivery for competitions and programs
Provide excellent customer service to all customers, both in person and over the phone
Have a comprehensive understanding of the facility and the programs and services offered
Provide excellent customer service to customers, both in person and via telephone/email
Complete area checklists thoroughly and accurately on a regular basis
Immediately respond to customers’ needs or concerns to ensure the quality of service meets agreed standards
Display interest, enthusiasm, patience, respect and innovation to customers
Strong commitment to professional development
Challenges and develops students values and attitudes in a respectful and supportive manner
Provide strong communication to parents, in particular around progression General Duties
Demonstrates a positive attitude at all times
Leads by example through a strong work ethic
Works as part of a team and shows professionalism at all times
Creates a welcoming atmosphere by engaging all people in a friendly and approachable manner
Flexible to work mornings, evenings and weekends in an effort to share the workload
Works as part of a team and shows professionalism
Flexible to work weekends and after hours work to ensure quality delivery of the programs and competitions
Punctual in both attendance on shift and attendance at staff meetings
Creates a fun and exciting work atmosphere that is driven and hard working
Maintain high standards of presentation and personal grooming
Wears full staff uniform at all times (as per uniform policy)
Ensure strong communication is maintained with the staff team
Complete direct service as per Centre requirements which may include but not limited to Customer Service, Duty Management and Café
Remain flexible in sharing duties and working as a team
Ensure YMCA policies and procedures are implemented and followed staff
Display a commitment to personal professional development
Perform other duties as required Development
Lead the expansion in the range and number of people who access programs and services
Identify opportunities to increase the profile and promote YMCA competitions within the community
To identify health, recreational and fitness needs within the community, and draw on a range of YMCA programs to satisfy the need
To identify the specific groups within the community with the greatest needs and help develop strategies that may meet the identified needs
Drive the growth and sustainability of the Indoor Sport competitions
To attend and identify community events, meetings and networking opportunities within the City of Casey and broader community to promote the YMCA programs and services
Continue to develop and foster professional relationships with appropriate City of Casey council officers and departments
Develop and build a strong day to day working relationship with community sporting associations in Casey and surrounding regions
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Programming
Prepare, monitor and submit fixtures for competitions through Spawtz Programming Software
Maintain player and team statistics for indoor sports
Monitor and prepare material for IPTV screens in the indoor sports area, including promotion of events, domestic and competitive competitions
Drive the growth and sustainability of indoor sports competitions at senior and junior levels
Assist with the delivering of a program pathway from junior to elite indoor cricket
Corresponding with all domestic and competitive teams to ensure strong and organised competitions and game day experiences
Liaising and promoting cricket training lanes with outdoor cricket clubs for training sessions
Liaise and drive a strong umpiring reputation
Develop and implement programs and competitions alongside the Program & Inclusion Coordinator to cater for community members and groups such as however not limited to;
o Children and young people o Seniors o Families o People with physical, intellectual, sensory disabilities, mental or chronic illnesses o People from different cultural backgrounds o People with limited resources/opportunity
Identify opportunities to form collaborative partnerships to assist in developing programs that will benefit the community
Be innovative in identifying services that can be provided to the broader community
Ability to develop and maintain strong partnerships
Build relationships which create opportunities for Casey Stadium to host for major events
To maintain a focus on the sustainability of programs and competitions. This may involve identifying and accessing grants and fundraising.
Manage Casey Stars elite teams to raise the profile of indoor cricket and develop the club to become an industry leader
Provide leadership to the Casey Stars committee and volunteer group to ensure organisation and on field success Community Strengthening
Understands the unique needs of families and can respond appropriately
Listens and is objective, responsive, and non-judgemental
Models effective problem solving and conflict negotiation
Exhibits an awareness of commonalities and differences such as gender, race, age, culture, ethnicity, class, religion and disability whilst showing respect to those of different talents, abilities, sexual orientation, and faith.
Helps all people negotiate language barriers
Both when working with a team and individually, recognizes and acts on need for own support and accepts and delegates responsibility.
Models, demonstrates, and teaches positive values like caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
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Position Specific Requirements Within the parameters of this Position Description and the training you have, you are authorised and required to undertake any actions that will ensure that your facility is clean, safe and inviting for all visitors. Position Aims
Increase patronage and therefore income of Casey Stadium
Make the community aware of the programs and services offered at the centre
Create lines of communication between the YMCA and the local community
Ensure community needs are identified and programs and services are available to meet
Develop linkages that will help to integrate the YMCA and the community
Continue to strengthen the YMCA’s relationship with local council and sporting associations
Work State Sporting Associations and National Sporting Organisations to build relationships and identify programming and event opportunities
Knowledge and Experience
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Previous experience administering competitions and programs
Strong administrative skills including computer and phone use
High communication skills, including interpersonal, phone and written
Experience delivering programs and creating a highly motivating environment Personal Attributes
Approachable and personable
Realistic and considered with decision making
Customer centric approach
Passionate about indoor sports and children’s programs, and ensuring a quality experience
Diligent and consistent in approach Key Selection Criteria
Partnerships – Proven ability to create and foster strong partnerships with community-based organisations. Strong and sustainable partnerships is essential in providing long term programs and services to the community.
Communication Skill - Applicants will be required to have strong oral and written communication skills which will form the foundation for successful public relations campaigns, partnership building and liaising with organisation and community members to program programs and services.
Personal Attributes – Strong alignment to the YMCA values of honesty, respect, caring and responsibility and be driven to achieve the vision to help everyone be healthier, happier and connected to their community; and help those who are not.
Programming – Proven ability to identify local community needs through research and developing strategic plans to meet these needs. Experience in implementing programs and competitions and being innovative in improving and creating new program opportunities is essential.
Indoor Sports Leader Position Description
Leadership Capabilities We believe leadership is an important part every person’s role at YMCA Victoria, and that all people at the Y have leadership responsibilities. This may be in leading themselves, teams, functions, or the organisation. Below are a list of the capabilities and level required for this position. Lead Team
Capability Description Specific Skills
Strategic Focus Being able to focus on long term goals, new opportunities and improvements and how to achieve them
Aligns resources within the team to achieve team goals
Demonstrates forward thinking
Adaptability Being able to positively deal with and manage change, think outside the box and be innovative.
Supports change and positively adapts to changes in the environment
Champions innovation and improvement within the team
Achieving Outcomes
Being able to prioritise resources, communicate goals, set clear targets and demonstrate personal accountability for performance.
Ensures the team has capability to deliver on its priorities
Encourages a performance culture within the team that is focused on delivering agreed outputs and outcomes
Supports the team to achieve goals and results
Business Acumen
Understanding the business (our market, customers and community) and using your skills and knowledge to help create a sustainable and competitive organisation.
Demonstrates an understanding of how the team remains sustainable
Communicating and Influencing
Being able to communicate in an articulate, clear and constructive way, adapt your communication style to suit different people, and listen to others.
Provides continuous feedback and clarity of messages within the team
Promotes and accepts personal accountability to better influence
Building Relationships and Engaging People
Being able to work collaboratively with others (staff, volunteers, stakeholders, partners or the community) in an open and honest way.
Creates and maintains positive relationships across the organisation and with relevant external parties
Promotes YMCA values and a culture of trust, honesty, fairness and equity within the team
Display integrity in advice, information sharing and decision making within the team
Developing Self and Others
Being aware of your own areas for development by actively seeking feedback and placing importance on developing the skills and capabilities of others.
Performs in a way that inspires and motivates the team to do their best
Continuously evaluates self-improvement needs and sees learning opportunities in everyday work
Supports a culture of continuous learning and development across the team
LEADERSHIP IS PART OF EVERY ROLE AT YMCA VICTORIA
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Minimum Qualifications
HLTFA301B First Aid Level 2 or equivalent
HLTCPR201A CPR or equivalent (including defibrillator qualification)
Responsible Service of Alcohol
Defibrillator Certificate
Mechanical Oxygen Certificate Desirable Qualifications
Tertiary qualification in recreation / sport or related field
Beginner Coach Course Required prior to commencement:
Working with Children Check or Equivalent
Australian Children’s Foundation Online Safeguarding Children Certificate
Satisfactory National Criminal History Records Check, and International Police Records Check (if applicable) Safeguarding Children and Young People You will be required to display leadership and commitment within the organisation with the YMCA Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy at all times. You must;
Declare anything you become aware of through the course of your engagement with YMCA which a reasonable person would consider could impede your suitability to have contact with children and young people
Act as an extended guardian towards children and young people where you have interactions and at all times take reasonable steps to prevent abuse and neglect
Adhere to all policies and procedures relating to safeguarding children and young people and the code of conduct
Update your details whenever these changes, with the relevant department administering the working with children check or equivalent in your state/ territory of residence, as required by applicable laws
Complete WWCC prior to commencement and maintain currency throughout employment
Complete a National/International Police Check prior to employment and at the discretion of the YMCA
Report any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged child abuse/ neglect in line with procedures
Participate in safeguarding children and young people training as directed
Use standardised methods for receiving and responding to feedback and complaints from children, young people and their families
Any new program initiatives are to include consultation with children and young people, using standardised practices and resources
Maintain a working knowledge of policies and procedures relating to safeguarding children and young people
Attend any other training legally mandated by your role in relation to safeguarding children and young people
Actively promote cultural safety for children and young people from CALD, ATSI, LGBTQIA+ communities and those with disabilities
Health, Safety and Environment You will be required to promote a positive safety culture by contributing to health and safety consultation and communication and through active participation in the reporting of hazards, incidents and near misses. You will take
Indoor Sports Leader Position Description
reasonable care for your own health and safety, and for the health and safety of others, and adhere to the YMCA’s various policies, procedures, work practices and standard operating procedures. Conditions of Employment
The position holds a permanent part time (30 hours a fortnight) status on an RE5 ($25.20)
The position has a tenured end date of 18/04/21
The position is in accordance with the terms and conditions of the YMCA Staff Collective Agreement 2015
The successful applicant will be subject to a Police Records Check
The successful applicant will hold a current Working with Children Check
Acknowledgement of Position Incumbent I acknowledge that I have read and understood the requirements of this position.
Approved By: Ian Jenkins
Signature:
Position: Casey Stadia Manager
Date Revised: 08/12/20
Applications to:
Ian Jenkins c/o Casey Stadium 14/65 Berwick-Cranbourne Road Cranbourne East VIC 3997 [email protected]
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