Soccer Coach - Mentor - Head Coach

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Overview

The Soccer Head Coach-Mentor will lead players in grades K-8 through a non-competitive, youth development program to help children establish healthy habits and develop critical life skills. The Head Coach-Mentor will run practices and games based on the provided social emotional curriculum.

Qualifications

• Previous coaching experience required.

• Knowledge of soccer, sports, or youth development preferred.

• Passion for urban education, health education, youth development and sports.

• Excellent people skills in a diverse environment.

• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with staff, site coordinators, parents, and players.

• Ability to motivate others around you and work as part of a team.

• Must be 18 years or older.

• Must pass a background check.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without need for sponsorship.

• Must have access to reliable means of transportation.

• Proven examples of displaying the IH values: Passionate, Caring, Respectful, Trustworthy, Collaborative and Accountable.

Essential Accountabilities

• Lead soccer practices three times per week for 75 minutes each day, for a 10-12-week session.

• Prepare for and ensure understanding of curriculum for each practice session.

• Manage issued equipment and assist with bringing equipment to and from location as needed.

• Take daily attendance.

• Attend all required trainings prior to coaching and stay in compliance with certifications including but not limited to U.S. Foundation Curriculum training, CDC Heads Up Concussion training and SafeSport training.

• Attend all special events (End of Season Party, etc.).

• Communicate any issues/concerns regularly with Site Manager and Program Manager(s).

• Abide by organizational guidelines, schedules and site policies including submitting incident report forms as needed.

• Be active on Sling, reading all pertinent updates, clocking in and out, and communicating with your site group.

• Provide motivating and encouraging environment for players.

• Assist with data gathering as requested.

Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Hiring Compensation Range: $19.50 - $23.25 hourly

Compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience.

In addition to base compensation, associates may be eligible for a scorecard incentive, full range of benefits and generous paid time off. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, Independent Health and its affiliates will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship and immigration status, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. Click here ( for additional EEO/AAP or Reasonable Accommodation information.

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The Independent Health Family of Companies, headquartered in Buffalo, NY, serves nearly 400,000 members and provides innovative health care products and benefits designed to engage consumers in their health and well-being. Established in 1980, our comprehensive portfolio includes Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions, Reliance Rx, Nova Healthcare Administrators, Care for You and the Independent Health Foundation.

Our culture sets us apart. Our core values drive who we are and the work we do. As a member of our family, you're part of something special, in your work and in the community.

We understand and appreciate that everyone has unique experiences, perspectives and identities which is why we pledge to create a safe space where all people and ideas are welcomed. We are here to continue learning and to generate important dialog.

We are committed to doing what matters most - reaching out, working together, and caring for our community. A healthy community benefits everyone who lives in it. You too can be part of making difference in the lives of others, together we achieve so much more. Please click here ( to view our Community Reports.

Apply today and join us on the journey to a happier, healthier, and more inclusive community.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. An applicant for employment in need of an accommodation to participate in the application and recruitment process should contact Human Resources at: [email protected] or Human Resources, 511 Farber Lakes Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221.

Please note, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.