Sports Activities Assistant - Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System : Job Details

Job DetailsJob LocationWinnebago Public Health Department - Whirling Thunder - WINNEBAGO, NEPosition TypeSeasonalEducation LevelHigh SchoolSalary Range$16.97 - $19.20 HourlyDescriptionJob Purpose & Position OverviewAssisting the sports coordinator with promotion and coordination of summer sports programming. The sports activities assistant will have a wide range of responsibilities associated with the land of wellness sports complex. Work environment includes building and ground maintenance, environment and outdoor weather conditions including extreme temperatures. The job is occasionally exposed to hazardous chemicals, light/medium/heavy equipment, power equipment and noisy equipment. Will be working nights, weekends, which may include holidays. Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and implement youth sports programs as assigned.
• Report staff successes and/or issues to Wellness Director.
• Ensure sufficient staff-to-participant ratios for assigned programs and personally cover shifts if necessary.
• Maintain good public relations and open communication with participants & parents.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of all equipment and facilities utilized by programs.
• Responsible for opening and closing at each game/event.
• Ability to organize and track inventory.
• Promptly respond to all emergency situations by adhering to the current emergency procedure guidelines.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with adults, youth, and other community service providers.
• Knowledge of sports. Officiate seasonal sports programs and comprehend, interpret and enforce all appropriate rules for the activity/sport.
• Assist with concessions stand as needed.
• Works hand in hand with sports coordinator.
• Works during special events and tournaments.
• Serves as a positive role model to youth and the community.
• Prepares incident reports accurately, consistently and in accordance with established timelines. Communicate to supervisor in writing, accident and discipline situations which require corrective actions. Seek guidance from supervisor in unusual circumstances.
• Responsible for data collecting regarding each activity/event, number of participants and able to furnish a monthly statistical and narrative report.
• Duties listed are only an illustration of various work performed, the omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment.

QualificationsQualifications/Skills

• Must possess a high school diploma or verifiable GED certificate.
• Minimum of one year of related work preferred.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays if necessary.
• Must be reliable, punctual and able to perform job duties independently.
• Possess planning, development, and advanced organizational skills.
• Strong Communication Skills
• Certifications that must be obtained and maintained within first 90 days: CPR, AED, First Aid.
• Be able to respond to emergency situations such as accidents, injuries, and disruptive behaviors of youth and adults.
• Must have valid driver's license and must be able to meet driver's eligibility guidelines.
• Be widely recognized as a positive health role model to the community: drug and alcohol free.

Public Health Core Competencies for this Position Public Health Sciences

• Develops partnerships that will increase use of evidence in public health practice.

Analysis and Assessment

• Use data to inform public health actions.

Leadership and Systems Thinking

• Contributes to continuous improvement of individual, program and organizational performance.
• Advocates for the role of public health in providing population health services
• Collaborates with individuals and organizations in developing a vision for a healthy community.

Community Dimensions of Practice

• Identify, establish and maintain community relationships and collaborate to improve community health.
• Engage community members and utilize community input to inform and improve public health actions.

Policy Development and Program Planning

• Evaluate and communicate the importance of public health policies and programs.

Communication and Cultural Competency

• Gather input from and facilitate communication among individuals, groups, organizations and local government to improve community health
• Assess the effects of public health policies, programs and services to ensure the diversity of populations and perspectives is addressed.

Training Requirements:

• First Aid, CPR, and AED
• Must attend all meeting and training courses as directed by Director.

Physical Requirements:

• Normal to heavy work which includes the ability to lift up over 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
• While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

Cognitive Requirements:

• Reading, writing, calculating
• Above average social interaction skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team
• Works with minimal to no supervision

Language Requirements:

• Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:

• All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

WCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are free of discrimination. As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.Please note the position description duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.