The Athletics Coordinator is responsible for coaching the athletic teams as assigned by the Director of Athletics. This position is also responsible for supporting an athletic program that is consistent with the MCH model of care and providing opportunities for student-athletes to learn athletic skills needed to compete in sports offered as well as life skills that are needed for success in the classroom and in life after graduation. This position involves frequent contact with MCH residents not involved in athletics, direct care staff, teachers, administrative staff, schools, vendors, donors, visitors and other stakeholders. This position requires a thorough understanding of and demonstrated competency in the Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) techniques developed by the Institute of Child Development at Texas Christian University. The Athletics Coordinator must exhibit the intellectual and emotional maturity required to work with youth who have behavioral issues and difficulty relating to others due to developmental delays, mental health needs and trauma. This position requires respect and compassionate understanding for the youth in care and the ability to balance the need for nurture and structure in the work with youth. The Athletics Coordinator must have the ability to form and maintain healthy relationships with youth and co-workers, effectively communicate with others, solve problems and regulate their own behavior in all situations. The Athletics Coordinator must maintain a healthy value system, including moral and ethical behavior consistent with the agency's mission and core values.
This is a professional position that may require more hours than the normal 40-hour workweek. Presence during the normal business hours of the agency is required to provide supervision of staff and complete administrative functions. Responsibilities include work after normal office hours, during the weekend or on holidays. Out of town travel and occasional overnight travel are required. An automobile for in town travel is required. Mileage reimbursement is provided for use of personal automobile for approved business purposes. A cell phone is required, and a stipend is provided to offset the business use of the cell phone.
A Bachelor's Degree and a background in coaching basketball or volleyball is required. Experience in coaching other high school sports is preferred.
Training hours must be completed annually to comply with licensing and accreditation standards, as well as MCH policy. The employee's supervisor may require additional training to meet specific job requirements or enhance professional growth. Completion of training requirements is mandatory for continued employment.
The Athletics Coordinator must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid Texas Driver's License, an excellent driving record that meets the standards set forth by the liability insurance company and Methodist Children's Home, no criminal history and acceptable references.
I have reviewed the job description for the position of Athletics Coordinator and understand I must be able to perform the duties outlined above. The Physical Demands/Requirements of the position are provided in another document and discussed at hire. I understand that due to the complexities of the position all duties and responsibilities may not be outlined in this job description and the duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change.