Program Lead Out of School Time

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver • Arvada, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Lead supports delivery of the YMCA’s out-of-school time (OST) program as part of the YMCA Center team. Under the direction of the Site Director, the role helps create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where youth can learn, build friendships, and grow in confidence. Responsibilities include supporting staff, leading activities, managing behavior, and ensuring participant safety while providing welcoming customer service and building relationships. The Program Lead is expected to demonstrate the YMCA’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. The employee must also be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, according to site volume and events. The role includes required YMCA abuse-prevention screening, training, supervision, and reporting practices.

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, required prior to hire.
• Exceptional group management, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience creating interactive and educational activities, 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 required within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a youth-centered educational learning environment 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 ensure staff adhere to requirements for staff shirts, name badges, and closed-toe shoes.
• Be knowledgeable about and support the YMCA Annual Support Campaign and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans.
• Comply with YMCA child 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 employees scheduled and working 20 or more hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED