Youth Enrichment Coordinator

Old Colony YMCA • Stoughton, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for overseeing youth enrichment experiences at the Old Colony YMCA – Stoughton Branch, with a primary focus on KidZone and birthday party programming. This position will lead and support the staff who run these programs, ensure they are safe and engaging, and help create a positive experience for children and families. The goal is simple: create quality youth experiences that make children excited to be at the Y and families confident in choosing the YMCA.

Requirements

• Experience working with children in a YMCA, childcare, camp, recreation, sports, or youth program setting.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Positive, energetic, and dependable.
• Comfortable leading staff and working directly with children and families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be available to work weekends.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete all required YMCA training and background screening.
• Must be 18+

Nice To Haves

• Previous leadership or staff supervision experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of KidZone and birthday party programming.
• Schedule, lead, and support KidZone and birthday party staff.
• Be present and actively involved in assigned weekend birthday parties.
• Ensure birthday parties are prepared, organized, fun, and age-appropriate.
• Help plan and lead games, sports activities, movement activities, and other youth activities.
• Ensure KidZone provides a safe, clean, welcoming, and engaging environment.
• Ensure children are properly supervised and participating in positive activities.
• Make sure staff follow YMCA policies, safety procedures, and child supervision standards.
• Hire, train, coach, and support all KidZone and birthday party staff.
• Set clear expectations and help staff provide excellent service to children and families.
• Build a positive and accountable team environment.
• Monitor staffing needs and assist with scheduling and coverage.
• Communicate staff concerns and program needs to the Sports & Program leadership team.
• Manage staff scheduling for Kid Zone and Birthday Parties and cover shifts as needed.
• Welcome and build positive relationships with children and families.
• Respond to questions and concerns in a professional and helpful manner.
• Help families connect with other YMCA programs, events, and services.
• Support YMCA Family Events/Open Houses as needed.
• Represent the Old Colony YMCA and its values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Help develop new activities and experiences for children.
• Look for ways to improve KidZone and birthday party programming.
• Gather feedback from families and staff.
• Support youth and family events and other programs within the Sports & Program Department.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead youth programs, develop staff, build relationships with families, and create experiences that help children feel connected to their YMCA.
• Gain leadership and program management experience while making a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.

What This Job Offers

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