Teen Program Assistant: Civic Engagement

Montclair YMCA • Montclair, NJ

5d • $17 - $18

About The Position

This role supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This role works closely with the Teen Director to assist with the planning, coordination, and day-to-day execution of teen programs including Leader’s Club, Teen Ambassadors, and Civic Engagement Programs (Youth and Government and Model UN). The Teen Assistant helps create a positive, safe, and engaging environment for teens, supports program activities, and provides guidance to participants while reinforcing YMCA values and program expectations.

Requirements

• Experience working with teens and supporting youth programs
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Flexible schedule to support teen programming needs
• Collaborative, supportive and dependable team member
• Must have a CPR/AED and First Aid Certification OR certified within 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Interest or background in civic engagement, leadership development, education or government programs preferred

Responsibilities

• Uphold the YMCA of Montclair commitment to caring for individuals and families, with a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility and basic principles of honesty, integrity, and a sincere commitment to our team members and our members.
• Ensure quality of program success in accordance with our Mission Statement.
• Support the Teen Director in the delivery and facilitation of Leader’s Club, Teen Ambassadors, and Civic Engagement programs.
• Establish and evaluate achievement of program goals and objectives with the Teen Director.
• Assist with the planning, preparation, and implementation of program activities, meetings, and events 
• Help monitor program quality and provide feedback to the Teen Director to support program improvement.
• Assist with recruitment efforts by engaging teens, families, and staff.
• Help maintain program schedules and communicate updates to participants as needed.
• Support supervision of teens during programs, meetings, and special events to ensure safety and positive behavior.
• Assist in maintaining safe, organized, and welcoming program spaces
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating YCMA values including honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.
• Champion gender and cultural diversity while successfully implementing and monitoring programs.
• Assist Teen Director in groups in participation of statewide events including a regional weekend retreat.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants. 
• Follow employee and volunteer screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk. Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk. 
• Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with consumers and require them to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse risk.
• Respond quickly to policy and procedure violations using the Y’s disciplinary procedures and respond seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and follow mandated reporting requirements. 
• Communicates to all employees and volunteers the Y’s commitment to protect our members from abuse.

Benefits

• YMCA Membership: Enjoy access to our YMCA facilities at no cost.
• 25% Discount on various YMCA Programs
• Employee Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for referring to qualified candidates.
• Employee Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on various products and services.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Eligibility after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed