Youth and Family Programs Supervisor
About The Position
Provides day-to-day supervision of youth development and family programs, which includes, but is not limited to youth sports and wellness, recreation and enrichment, Kids Club/Kids Zone, family activities, and teen programs. This position will serve on an engaging and dynamic team, playing a key role in ensuring planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and lessons plans are provided to participants. You will oversee a safe, high-quality program providing day-to-day support of the programs. You will supervise and evaluate the staff and volunteers, including hiring and training, maintaining required staff/child ratios, and conducting regular staff meetings. This role plays an important part of helping maintain professional relationships with families, facility/school personnel, and the community.
Requirements
- 21 years of age or older.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in delivering programming in one or more of the following areas; child care, youth sports, wellness, recreation, or camp.
- Three or more years of experience working with children.
- One year or more of supervisory experience.
- Strong customer service skills, responding to multiple questions via phone, email and in person. Ability to problem solve and resolve conflict.
- Strong computer skills and experience working with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
- Knowledge of standard office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems.
- Current state approved first-aid certification.
- Current state approved infant/child (or community if school aged) CPR certification.
- At hire, or earliest possible training (but no later than 90 days after employment).
Nice To Haves
- College degree. Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
- Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.
- You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you: Thrive on working in a collaborative environment Are very adaptable Have high ownership and strong work ethic Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet Truly enjoy being of service to people Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all
Responsibilities
- Supervises the delivery of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities for assigned program areas.
- Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff and volunteers. Assists in conducting staff meetings and trainings.
- Professionally engages with parents/guardians to provide pertinent information about their child’s experience and to promote upcoming programs.
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
- Provides direct supervision to a group of children as needed.
- Maintains required records according to YMCA standards, including attendance records, registration information, accident reports and discipline records.
- Recruits new enrollments.
- Ensures that site supplies are maintained and purchased as necessary.
- May assist with developing and monitoring department budgets.
- Encourages member involvement, identifies potential volunteers, and assists with the Annual Campaign.
- Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
- Medical, Dental, vision, and Life Insurance
- Retirement with generous employer contributions
- Free access to mental health resources
- Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO)
- Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services
- Some benefits only available to full-time staff
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
