Highlights
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Basketball Coach to lead training sessions, organize games and tournaments, and inspire young athletes through mentorship and exposure to professional-level basketball. The Saturday Night Lights Basketball Program is a dynamic initiative designed to engage youth ages 11 to 18 in structured, skill-building basketball activities.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Brooklyn, NY |
| Industry | Nonprofit Charitable Organizations |
| Salary | $22–$30 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 1,000 to 1,499 employees |
| Website | https://goodshepherds.org/ |
Description
The Saturday Night Lights Basketball Program is a dynamic initiative designed to engage youth ages 11 to 18 in structured, skill-building basketball activities. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Basketball Coach to lead training sessions, organize games and tournaments, and inspire young athletes through mentorship and exposure to professional-level basketball.
Location: 876 Schenck Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Schedule: Saturdays, 4:00 PM 9:00 PM (Up to 5 hours/week)
Reports To: Director of Youth Services
Salary: $22 - $30 per hour
Key Responsibilities
- Skillset Training: Design and lead training sessions focused on basketball fundamentals including shooting, dribbling, passing, defense, and teamwork.
- Basketball Drills: Implement drills to improve agility, speed, endurance, and overall performance.
- Internal Games & Tournaments: Organize and supervise competitive games and tournaments within the program.
- Off-Site Tournament Attendance: Accompany participants to external tournaments, providing coaching and support.
- Professional & College Game Attendance: Attend games to observe strategies and share insights with participants.
- Equipment Management: Ensure basketball equipment is properly maintained and available for use.
- Youth Recruitment: Actively recruit youth aged 1118 to join the program, collaborating with outreach and marketing teams.
- Communication: Maintain clear and professional communication with staff, supervisors, and participants.
- Safety & Inclusion: Foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.
- CPR Certification: Hold or be willing to obtain CPR certification to ensure participant safety.
Qualifications
- Prior experience coaching basketball, preferably with youth aged 1118.
- Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals, strategies, and rules.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional, punctual, and reliable.
- Passion for youth development and mentorship.
- Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
- CPR certification or willingness to become certified.
Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance
About Company
Good Shepherd Services is a leading multi-service agency with more than 85 programs that serve over 30,000 youth and families each year – and builds on their strengths to help them gain skills for success. At Good Shepherd we respect the dignity and worth of every person and reject intolerance, inequity and injustice in whatever form it may take. Voted one of the top 100 places to work in NYC by Crain’s New York, Good Shepherd Services offers a fantastic work environment, a collaborative team dedicated to fulfilling our mission, and an amazing array of benefits. Join our team and help make a difference!