Family Life Coordinator -- Pelham YMCA

YMCA • Pelham, AL

13d • $16 - $0 • Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA is looking for a creative, organized, and dependable Family Life Coordinator to help make Childwatch and Family Life programming something kids and families genuinely look forward to. This is a hands-on role that blends direct childcare with the fun part — planning, prepping, and bringing engaging experiences to life.

Requirements

• Experience working with children and families preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to independently plan and follow through on activities and projects
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff while taking initiative when needed
• Dependable and able to balance direct childcare duties with planning and administrative work
• Must meet all YMCA requirements for working with children, including required trainings, certifications, and background screening

Nice To Haves

• Someone who's creative, energetic, and comfortable dreaming up activities for kids of all ages — and who's just as comfortable following through on the details as coming up with the ideas.

Responsibilities

• Work approximately 20 hours per week in Childwatch ratio, providing active supervision in a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment
• Build and maintain a monthly Childwatch activity calendar filled with crafts, themed days, games, and seasonal fun — then make sure it actually happens
• Prepare materials, decorate, and set the scene for holidays, themes, and special activities
• Plan, prep, set up, run, and clean up Family Life and special events
• Help develop and deliver youth enrichment programs, including activities, lesson materials, and organized program spaces
• Support Childwatch staff through onboarding, coaching, and in-service trainings
• Keep supplies, storage, and program spaces organized, and flag restocking or purchasing needs
• Build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and volunteers, and represent the Y's mission in every interaction
• Follow all YMCA Childwatch policies, procedures, safety standards, and staff-to-child ratios
• Communicate concerns, staffing needs, safety issues, or program challenges promptly to the Youth & Sports Director
• Model professionalism, teamwork, and excellent member service
• Stay flexible in supporting Childwatch, Family Life, enrichment programs, and other Youth Development initiatives as needs arise
• Attend required meetings and trainings

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership for you and eligible household members
• 50% discounts on many YMCA programs, including swim lessons, youth sports, childcare, camps, and more
• Flexible scheduling to help balance work, school, and life
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the YMCA
• Work for a mission-driven organization that invests in its employees and community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed