Children's Program Officer

Opportunities for career development and growth!
Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state!
Casual- $29.56 per hour + Super + Y Benefits
At the Y our vision is simple – A better tomorrow where all people can belong.
As the largest employer in fitness and recreation we have more than 5,000 staff at over 140 centres across Victoria. With us, you will work with fun colleagues who have a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals and transforming communities for the better.
About the Centre
Casey Stadium is located in Cranbourne East as a staple facility within the Casey Complex precinct and has a long history of providing indoor sporting experience to the surrounding community. Our café and catering offerings source quality food, offer a varied and innovative menu with the flexibility to cater for all, serviced by an experienced team of professionals who pride themselves on superior service and excellence.
About the Role
As a Children's Program Officer, you will be responsible for providing coaching experiences for participants at the YMCA. The Sports Programs officer will enjoy working in a team-based environment, have a genuine concern for, and interest in the wellbeing and educational needs of participants. You will plan and deliver challenging and developmentally appropriate programs for all participants. Your role will involve:
Instructing and interacting with participants and guardians providing effective direction, feedback and support
Displaying interest, enthusiasm, patience, respect and innovation to participants and peers
Constructing and implementing lesson plans that promote group-teaching methods, combining skill development with fun, physical activity and enhancing the developmental assets aspect of YMCA programs
Directing and supporting volunteer coaches
Keeping accurate records of all classes taught and students in classes
Complying with procedures for safety, training, purchasing, document control, internal quality audits, corrective and preventative action, customer complaints and control of non-conforming products
Planning and delivering challenging and developmentally appropriate programs for all participants
This is a casual position and the hourly rate is $29.56 + Super.
About You
As a Program Officer, you will work as a part of a team and create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. You will:
Be motivated and committed to perform at their best
Accept personal accountability for workplace actions and consequences to better influence
Act in a mature, reliable and professional manner towards the participants and colleagues
Teach and model effective problem solving and conflict negotiation
Display understanding & respect to those of different talents and abilities
Ideally have experience with soccer, cricket, tennis, volleyball, and/or badminton
Essential Qualifications
First Aid Level 2
CPR Certification
At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.au
Benefits
At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:
Flexible working and rostering arrangements
Opportunities for career development and growth
Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness
How to Apply
Working for the YMCA is a rewarding and challenging experience for those with a positive attitude, zest for life and who seek to contribute to the bigger picture. If this is you, click the Apply button now!
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