Active Older Adult Coordinator - Part Time

YMCA of Central New York•Fayetteville, NY

40d•$18 - $19

About The Position

Description $18.00 - $18.50/hour Schedule varies A Career with a Cause: We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We are for ALL. Position Summary: This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. The Active Older Adults Coordinator maintains a supportive positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, responds to active older adult member and guest needs, and promotes memberships and programs. The Active Older Adults Coordinator provides direct leadership and assures the well-being for each participant and staff in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

Requirements

High School Diploma, equivalent, or relevant work experience
Proven track record of building program participation and relationships with members, participants, and volunteers
Excellent interpersonal skills are critical and essential to the success of this position
Demonstrates excellent planning, organizational, attention to detail, and time management skills
Proficiency in a variety of software applications including but not limited to Microsoft Office
Possesses and demonstrates excellent customer service, decision-making, problem solving, team oriented, and critical thinking skills
Demonstrates leadership skills in an outgoing, friendly, assertive, professional, and mature manner
Effective communication skills necessary to inform, counsel, motivate, and support members and staff
Must be observant, safety-conscious, and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency
Able to work flexible schedules
Must complete annual safety, combating sexual-harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources prior to direct service.
Must have current CPR and First Aid within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Models and teaches the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with members, colleagues, staff, guests, volunteers, and vendors.
Develops, maintains, and facilitates positive relationships with and between volunteers, members, program participants, staff, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants connect with each other and the YMCA.
Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty
Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
Assists with all supervision of Active Older Adults staff
Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse.
Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department offerings and member engagement.
Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. Clean and store equipment per branch procedures.
Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.
Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to contribute to the overall success of the YMCA.