indoor sports leader

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


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


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


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.


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.


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


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


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]

Employee Name:

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