Youth and Family Programs Supervisor

YMCA of Greater Seattle•Seattle, WA

65d•$24 - $26

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.

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.