Program Instructor, Active Older Adults

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • Warrensville Heights, OH

24d

About The Position

The Program Instructor, Active Older Adults supports the YMCA of Greater Cleveland’s mission by leading programs and branch activities for active older adults. The role implements program plans, supervises activities, supports member satisfaction and retention, and promotes interaction among participants. The instructor maintains a clean and safe program area, identifies and addresses hazards, follows program and safety standards, and adheres to the Child Abuse Prevention Plan and other YMCA policies. The position also supports program events, manages rosters and balances, and models YMCA values and relationship-building skills in interactions with participants, members, volunteers, and staff.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience in programming or program growth.
• CPR and First Aid certification and safety training required within 30 days of hire.
• Adhere to Bloodborne Pathogen standards and attend annual training.
• Experience with computers and cell phones or smart devices.
• Ability to model the attributes of being welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined.
• Program expertise to instruct or lead classes or teams when assigned instruction is unavailable.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated team player.
• Commitment to the YMCA mission and cause, and willingness to uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to serve as a mandated reporter for suspected child abuse or neglect and follow required reporting procedures.
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods and communicate using a computer and phone or smart device.
• Ability to sit, reach, move around the work environment, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Required close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus; ability to perceive sounds at normal speaking levels and communicate spoken information clearly.
• Ability to work in a moderate-to-noisy environment, multitask in a changing environment, and travel as required.
• May need to work outside and encounter inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• Experience in Active Older Adult programming preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Active Older Adult activities, arriving prepared and on time with appropriate materials, equipment, and attire.
• Work with YMCA leadership to facilitate, market, and organize Active Older Adult events.
• Provide additional staffing support for Active Older Adult programs and events under the guidance of the AOA Coordinator or other designated branch leadership.
• Manage Active Older Adult program rosters and program balances.
• Maintain positive rapport with participants and patrons; learn participants’ names, engage them in conversation, and encourage member-to-member interaction.
• Keep program areas clean and free of clutter; recognize, communicate, and eliminate hazards.
• Plan and implement culturally relevant Active Older Adult program activities consistent with YMCA values.
• Follow safety, disinfecting, and cleanliness standards and YMCA policies and procedures, including those for medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as requested.
• Inform supervisors and coworkers of concerns, dilemmas, and updates during work.
• Clean and return equipment and materials to their proper places when closing down program areas.
• Set up and break down Active Older Adult programming in advance as needed.
• Encourage members to participate in YMCA programs, events, and the Annual Campaign.
• Maintain a positive, visible presence with members, volunteers, and staff, demonstrating YMCA core values.
• Act as a mandated reporter and follow the YMCA’s suspected child abuse and neglect reporting process.

Benefits

• Free membership to a local YMCA.
• Discounts on YMCA programs, including childcare; part-time positions do not receive the childcare discount.
• Additional employee discounts at places in and around town.
• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits plan, including health, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Plan, retirement contribution paid by the YMCA, and paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED