Assistant Coaches - Winnipeg Programs

Organization Details
Organization Name: Special Olympics Manitoba
Address: 304-145 Pacific Avenue
Winnipeg MB  R3B 2Z6
Website: https://specialolympics.mb.ca/volunteer/
Organizational Description: Special Olympics Manitoba is the provincial sport governing body for Manitobans with an intellectual disability by providing athletes with quality sport programming. SOM is a non-profit charitable organization.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 5946
   
Description of Duties:

We are looking for Assistant Coaches in the Following Sports:


- Swimming


- Jr Basketball


- Jr Athletics


- 5 Pin bowling


- FUNdamentals


Program Description: Do you have a passion for coaching and connecting with youth and adults in sport? Special Olympics Manitoba is looking to recruit volunteers for coach and programs volunteers! Join the team of program volunteers and coaches who directly provide training for athletes in eighteen different sports. They work with athletes to improve basic motor skills, teach sport-specific skills, and prepare athletes for competition. Be a part of athletes achieving their goals and help capture the spirit of Special Olympics!


Goals:




  • Instruction in sport skills





  • Competition at an appropriate level when certified as a coach





  • Modeling and instilling socially appropriated behavior including fair play





  • Learning the role of Head Coach via mentorship



Responsibilities and expectations:




  • Attend practice and competition events on a regular basis





  • Communicate with head coach regarding practices and competitions





  • Adhere to the plans for the head coach (weekly & yearly)





  • Devote adequate time to preparation of athletes for competitions





  • Supervise activities when deemed necessary by head coach





  • Know all safety concerns of athletes (Atlantoaxial Instability, epilepsy, asthma, seizures, etc.)





  • If an incident occurs, following the incident reports procedure in Policy Manual.





  • Attend coaching conferences and clinics as necessary to upgrade coaching skills
   
Skills Required:

Requirements:




  • Passion for sport





  • Knowledge about the sport you are coaching





  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities is an asset





  • Transportation to get to the venues





  • Volunteers under the age of 18 must have permission from a parent of legal guardian





  • 16 years of age to be an assistant coach
   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

Benefits:




  • Help athletes with an intellectual disability achieve their goals and reach their full potential





  • Improve your coaching and/or administrative skills for personal and professional development





  • Build your resume





  • Have the opportunity to travel and to experience competitions from the Regional to the International level





  • Build friendships and make networking connections





  • Pursue training and continuing education





  • Stay active in sport and in your community





  • Use your skills to help others





  • Gain volunteer hours for school programs





  • Participate in recognition events





  • Most importantly, experience the joy of working with our athletes and capture the spirit of Special Olympics



Training and Supervision:






  • NCCP SOC Competition Coach Workshop within the first year





  • Reasonable knowledge of chosen sport and complete sport technical training in the first two (2) years of coaching





  • NCCP Introduction to Competition A within the first two (2) years of coaching





  • Complete and pass the Making Ethical Decisions (MED) Evaluation within the first two (2) years of coaching





  • Upon completion of these courses, the title of "Coach" will be given





  • Reporting to the head coach
   
Age: 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Evening
, 
Weekend

Once a week, October - April. Some weekends may be required for competitions.
Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
- Assiniboine South
- Downtown
- Elmwood
- Fort Garry
- Inkster
- Point Douglas
- River East
- River Heights
- Seven Oaks
- St. Boniface
- St. James-Assiniboia
- St. Vital
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Evaluation
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Aug 31, 2025

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