Youth Development Staff - South Branch

YMCA of the Inland Northwest • Spokane, WA

35d • $17

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Youth Development Staff are responsible for the safety, supervision, and leading activities of the children in the Child Watch and Family Activity Center. The Youth Development Staff collaborate to develop and provide academic and enrichment programs for youth participating in the program, working closely with families to provide the best care for children (ages 6 weeks to 11 years).

Requirements

• At least 16 years of age
• Completion of YMCA program-specific trainings upon hire
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience working with youth aged 6 weeks-11 years preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists or leads program development and implementation, typically including fun activities such as crafts, games, sports, and special events for youth and families
• Maintains accurate and complete participant attendance logs within the program, also ensuring positive participant engagement.
• Supervise, support, and maintain a safe environment where youth can experience positive emotional and social development
• Knows, reviews, and applies all safety, emergency, and child abuse prevention policies and procedures, responding to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA protocol
• Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with families about their child's participation in activities, behaviors, and related topics, connecting families to the YMCA.
• Participates as a member of assigned committees, attends regular staff meetings, and promotes the YMCA throughout the local community

Benefits

• Free individual YMCA membership (<19 hours/week) with YMCA program discounts available
• Paid sick time accruing at 1 hour every 40 hours worked
• Up to two hours of Child Watch services per day, per child while employee is on site and working
• Flexible schedules that work for YOU
• Something new and exciting to learn and work with every day
• Retirement plan with 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service (1,000 or more hours worked required in each anniversary year)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees