Program Lead Out of School Time

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver • Aurora, CO

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About The Position

The Program Lead works as part of the YMCA Center team to help deliver world-class customer service and build relationships that create a welcoming environment. Under the direction of the Site Director, the Program Lead supports delivery of the out-of-school-time (OST) program, including behavior management and participant safety. The role also models the YMCA’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

The position guides staff and helps create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where youth can learn, build friendships, and grow in confidence. Hours are available Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The role may also require flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, according to location volume and events.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 months (460 hours) of verified experience working with children under 13 years of age prior to hire.
• Exceptional group management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to create interactive and educational activities involving youth development, academic enrichment, and arts.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, in accordance with location volume and events.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Ability to perform duties involving sitting, standing, walking, handling and feeling objects, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and talking and hearing.
• Specific vision abilities, including accurate near, distant, and peripheral vision and focus.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a youth-centered educational learning environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, planning, and implementing daily activities and in-service days in accordance with YMCA philosophy and state licensing requirements.
• Implement risk management practices to support the safety and well-being of all children.
• Integrate the YMCA character development program into daily programming.
• Assist the Supervisor and help observe behavior, activities, and engagement for groups of up to 15 youth.
• Proactively clean and/or repair program areas and maintain supplies and equipment.
• Attend all training courses, staff meetings, and in-services.
• Follow the dress code and require staff to adhere to it, including wearing staff shirts, name badges, and closed-toe shoes.
• Be knowledgeable about and supportive of the YMCA Annual Support Campaign and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans.
• Comply with YMCA abuse prevention policies, including screening, training, supervision, and reporting requirements.

Benefits

• Free individual membership
• Program discounts
• Generous retirement contribution options, including a company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
• Paid time off for those scheduled and working 20 or more hours per week

What This Job Offers

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