Teen Coordinator
About The Position
The Teen Coordinator provides leadership in designing, planning, and implementing high-quality enrichment and engagement programs for teens ages 13–17. Under the direction of the Program Director, the coordinator creates opportunities for leadership development, service learning, social activities, and personal growth. The role also collaborates with families, schools, and community partners to support positive outcomes and build a strong support system for participating teens. The coordinator plans and delivers programs such as Leaders Club, Y Achievers, Teen Entrepreneurship, Youth & Government service-learning projects, recreational activities, and special events. The role fosters inclusive, safe, and welcoming spaces; builds positive relationships with teens; develops teens’ leadership, teamwork, and communication skills; supervises Teen attendants and program volunteers; and ensures compliance with YMCA policies and safety standards. The coordinator also tracks participation, attendance, and outcomes and prepares reports and success stories for staff, funders, and stakeholders. The role operates in indoor and outdoor YMCA facilities, program sites, and community-based environments. It requires frequent physical activity, including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, stooping, pushing, lifting, and moving up to 50 pounds. The position may involve outdoor weather conditions and exposure to cleaning supplies and other commonly used facility materials. Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, are required based on program and organizational needs.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Be of good character and reputation.
- Obtain CPR and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire.
- Complete all pre-employment requirements, including background checks.
- Have adequate speaking, hearing, and writing skills for interacting with children.
- Be on time for scheduled shifts.
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to remain standing or seated for extended periods.
- Ability to maintain attention to detail while managing multiple tasks.
- Ability to physically complete required job-related certifications.
Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and deliver engaging teen programs, including Leaders Club, Y Achievers, Teen Entrepreneurship, Youth & Government service-learning projects, recreational activities, and special events.
- Ensure activities align with the YMCA’s mission and respond to teens’ interests and needs.
- Build positive relationships with teens and serve as a mentor and role model.
- Create an inclusive, welcoming space where teens feel valued, safe, and encouraged to participate.
- Collaborate with schools, community organizations, and families to support teen engagement and expand opportunities.
- Represent the YMCA at community events and teen-focused initiatives.
- Provide teens with opportunities to develop leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
- Supervise Teen attendants and program volunteers.
- Empower teens to take active roles in planning and leading activities.
- Ensure compliance with YMCA policies and safety standards.
- Maintain proper supervision, program structure, and positive behavior management practices.
- Track program participation, attendance, and outcomes.
- Prepare program reports and success stories for staff, funders, and stakeholders.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
