Special Events - Programming Staff

POSITION SUMMARY:

This 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 Initiatives Director, the Special Events Coordinator is responsible for leadership and implementation of special events for the YMCA of Southwestern Indiana.

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:

1. Oversee YMCA Jump Start and Team 13 wellness/training programs.
2. Build relationships with volunteers, participants, sponsors and community partners to implement and oversee training programs.
3. Create and maintain health initiatives within the training programs to help improve overall community wellness.
4. Communicate with participants and volunteers through use of Facebook, Constant Contact, etc.
5. Effectively communicate the goals of the YMCA.
6. Provide training and coaching for staff and volunteers for special events.
7. Integrate the use of technology and social media to enhance the marketing of YMCA Special Events.
8. Serve as staff support for the Half Marathon Committee.
9. Embrace and effectively integrate Christian mission of the YMCA into special events.
10. Evenings and weekends required.
11. Assist with planning and execution of YMCA Special Events.
12. Self-starter with the ability to communicate effectively with other part time staff and supervisor.
13. Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
14. Complete required abuse risk management training.
15. Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
16. Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
17. Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This position will require business casual dress for office hours and meetings. Black pants, khakis, athletic wear, athletic shoes and YMCA race t-shirts, polos, or pullovers may be worn for training programs, wellness activities or load in days.