Assistant Sports Program Coordinator - Lifestyle Wellness (Statewide, MT)

About the role

AWARE is looking for an Assistant Sports Program Coordinator to join our team. We provide high-quality care to adults, children, and families, helping them become active and vital members of their community while focusing on personal growth. Our culture of care is dedicated to providing unconditional support to those in need, and we offer a supportive, inclusive work environment where all team members feel valued and respected.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, in collaboration with the Sports Program Coordinator, the planning and implementation of the AWARE Special Olympics program throughout the State of Montana.
• Support fundraising efforts and seek sources of funding to support athlete participation in events.
• Assist in volunteer, coach, and staff orientation and training for Special Olympics.
• Provide education and resources to AWARE athletes to support their personal goals.
• Assist in coordination of AWARE’s Special Olympics teams and team practices throughout Montana.
• Support athletes and teams in attending all special events and games across the State of Montana.
• Promote Therapeutic Recreation Services and AWARE Special Olympics both internally and externally.
• Provide Therapeutic Recreation (TR) interventions to assigned caseload in a timely manner following policy and procedures.
• Implement individual support plans under AWARE’s Unconditional Care Philosophy, using behavioral techniques, interventions, skill-building techniques, and understanding of emotional and behavioral needs of individuals diagnosed with a disability.
• Demonstrate computer literacy, including navigating, recording, and using performance-based software and electronic medical records systems.
• Apply knowledge of Special Olympics, activity and event programming, staff training and development, disabling conditions across the lifespan, sports and recreation fundamentals, and providing technical assistance.
• Utilize strong oral and written communication skills to build relationships with a diverse group of people.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Human Services, Education, or related field, along with one (1) year of experience providing services such as professional caregiving, adult case management, sports/recreation management, education, and/or training.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings.
• Applicants with two (2) or more years of experience programming and providing services to individuals with disabling conditions in a human health setting may be considered.
• Applicants with five (5) or more years of experience in the same field may also be considered.
• Must have or be willing to obtain a valid Montana Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must pass a criminal and protective services background check.

Benefits

• Quarterly Financial Bonus Program
• Tuition Advancement Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Wellness programs
• Generous paid time off

Pay

Assistant Sports Program Coordinators earn $52,000.00 per year.