13-004 - Sports & Recreation Trainer- SC / KROC San Diego

Job Description

Job Description

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Sports & Recreation Manager, trainers will work with youth of various ages. Trainers must have the ability and desire to work with children, parents, volunteers, and peers. Trainers will supervise and assist in activities for personal training sessions with children ranging from 30 minutes to an hour. Trainers ensure the safety and well-being of players while they are in their care.

Essential Functions

• To know, explain and exemplify the mission, purpose, and values of the Kroc Center and The Salvation Army (TSA).
• Assist in the leading of all sports and recreation activities with enthusiasm - according to training protocol
• Adhere to and implement discipline procedures created for
• Keep player issues Do not share issues with other players, parents, news organizations, volunteers, or staff members who are not involved.
• Adhere to dress code at all
• Return program equipment to appropriate designated area upon completion of activity with group unless otherwise arranged.
• Communicate respectfully with peers, supervisors, and customers of various socio-economic Handle disputes with participants and parents in a professional manner with guidance from Leadership.
• Ensure the safe use of the facility and execution of activities through enforcement of facility and activity-specific regulations and ensuring that only registered players
• Maintain a safe working environment; report any and all facility defects / problems and any suspicious activities or persons to
• Assist in emergencies or treatment of injured Follow up with completion of appropriate paperwork as directed.
• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and
• Recognize the spiritual need of individuals, which may require referral to the officer / pastor who is an ordained minister of
• Create and implement tailored training plans for sessions that are specific to the child’s needs.
• Communicate and guide participants towards their sports goals during the allotted times.
• Attentive to participants and adaptive to their sports goals during the duration of each session.

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to be able to lift up to 10lbs. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinets drawers and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone.

Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities