Teen Coordinator
About The Position
The Teen Coordinator is responsible for developing, supervising, recruiting for, retaining participants in, and implementing the YMCA’s teen programs. Under the supervision of the Associate Executive Director or the Family and Sports Director, the role facilitates small-group activities, models and reinforces the character traits of responsibility, caring, honesty, and respect, and provides a safe environment for young people at the YMCA. This is a part-time position scheduled for 25 hours per week. The position requires a flexible schedule, including daytime, evening, and weekend availability depending on the needs of the role.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- At least one year of experience in youth development or working with teens.
- Experience in program management, including recruitment, resource allocation, program delivery, and execution.
- High school degree required.
- Ability to physically and verbally interact with members and staff.
- At times, ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Complete Child Abuse Prevention training within 90 days of employment.
- Obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications within 90 days of employment.
- Availability for a flexible schedule that may include daytime, evening, and weekend hours.
Responsibilities
- Deliver quality programs that meet the needs of middle and high school students, enforcing and supporting compliance with YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Recruit and retain participants for signature teen programs.
- Work with the Associate Executive Director to set goals and review standards for activities that foster creativity and awareness of cultural, educational, recreational, environmental, and social issues.
- Maintain and monitor enrollment and participation in signature teen programs, including Achievers, Youth & Government, and Leaders Club.
- Ensure teens participate in required training, special events, and community collaborations.
- Attend YMCA, community, collaborative, and other meetings as requested by Center Leadership.
- Maintain and care for program areas and supplies.
- Meet reporting and tracking requirements for collaborative programs and grant funding.
- Communicate program information, problems, and concerns as they arise.
- Follow established YMCA policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines, and ask for guidance when in doubt.
- Remain current in required and voluntary training to promote Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
- Adhere to Association Teen Development Program Standards.
- Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
