Americorps Coach with Up2Us Sports

2 weeks ago

Boston, United States Up2Us Sports Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

Youth Enrichment Services (YES) is a nonprofit that provides Boston youth with new outdoor

experiences, confidence-building activities, and leadership programs. YES offers youth year-round

involvement that promotes physical & mental activity and guidance toward positive development.


Position Overview

YES is hiring two part-time (16-20 hours/week) positions who are responsible for a range of activities

related to program execution with a focus on direct service with youth ages 6-18. The Up2Us Coaches

will spend time in the field with groups mid-week and some weekends year-round.


Scope of Work & Responsibilities

  • Support track and field program: lead volunteer coaches and youth participants.
  • Provide direct service to Boston youth using outdoor activities (rock climbing, hiking, biking,

paddle sports, skiing, and snowboarding) as a vehicle to build confidence and leadership skills.

  • Coach groups of youth in sports-based youth development programs.
  • Support program promotion, recruitment, registration, attendance, and surveys.
  • Provide group/behavior management, ensure safety, and lead goal setting for youth in programs.
  • Build trusting relationships with YES partners, families, and community members.
  • Encourage participants to gain and develop life skills, knowledge, and techniques through sport,

using lessons learned at Up2Us Sports’ best in class training events.

  • Perform data collection activities, as directed by your Up2Us Sports Program Manager.


Requirements & Competencies

  • Completion of the minimum required hours of service/training by last day of contract.
  • Positive role model, able to gain the respect and trust of the community and youth served.
  • High school Diploma, some post-secondary course work preferred.
  • 2+ years of experience working with children in an education, camp, or similar setting.
  • Desire to work outside and an interest in outdoor adventure.
  • Enthusiastic self-motivator, able to problem solve.
  • Passion for the YES mission to create opportunities for urban youth, cultural competence.
  • Completion of data collection plan and bi-weekly reflection logs & timesheets.
  • Attend/participate in Up2Us Sports trainings/orientations, meetings, and special events/initiatives.
  • Valid Driver’s license with a clean driving record.
  • Service commitment to begin in August 2023 and end August 2024.


Additionally, the Up2Us Americorps Coach will:


• Encourage participants to gain and develop life skills, knowledge, and techniques through sport,
using lessons learned at Up2Us Sports’ best in class training events.
• Perform data collection activities, as directed by your Up2Us Sports Program Manager.
• Act as a role model, gaining the respect and trust of the community and youth served.


Up2Us AmeriCorps Coaches must complete the following requirements to ensure successful completion of
the AmeriCorps program:


• Completion of the minimum required hours of service and training by last day of coach contract.
• Attendance at the Up2Us Coach orientation.
• Completion of bi-weekly timesheets.
• Attendance at days of community service.
• Attend/participate in Up2Us Sports trainings, meetings, and special initiatives.
• Attend Coach Training Institute (date to be announced by Program Manager).


Uniform Policy:
Coaches must wear Up2Us Sports branded t-shirts provided by Up2Us Sports with AmeriCorps logo when
coaching and at program sessions and events.


Eligibility & Qualifications


  • AmeriCorps is open to U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residents.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must have, or be working towards High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • Must have access to reliable transportation.
  • Successful completion of criminal history background checks.
  • Ability to perform all job requirements satisfactorily.
  • Other requirements as required.



Living Allowance: $9,000.00
Segal Service Award: $3,447.50


*Living allowance amount is contingent upon the completion of the service term as outlined in the Coach Contract.

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