YReads! Program Coordinator (Full-Time)

YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg•St. Petersburg, FL

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About The Position

The Program Coordinator develops, organizes, and implements high-quality YMCA community programs. The role creates engaging activities for youth, families, and older adults, ensuring programs meet participants’ diverse needs and align with the YMCA’s mission. The coordinator also leads volunteer management, supports organizational events and fundraising, assesses program effectiveness, coordinates facility use, and follows abuse risk management and reporting requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 1 year of experience working with youth, families, or community programs.
Experience in program development and management.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work with diverse populations and age groups.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
Current CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
Level 2 background clearance through DCF (Florida) required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in youth development or a related field.
Previous experience coordinating events.

Responsibilities

Develop activity and event schedules and calendars that consider participant interests and needs.
Organize and implement activities for youth, families, and older adults.
Ensure activities are safe, engaging, and tailored to the populations served, including seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Coordinate with team members and volunteers to ensure activities run smoothly.
Plan and coordinate volunteer recruitment, training, and participation.
Promote volunteer opportunities in the community and build relationships with potential partners.
Support organizational events and fundraising efforts.
Assess program effectiveness and implement improvements to meet community needs.
Coordinate facility use for program activities and events.
Attend required abuse risk management training, follow mandated abuse reporting requirements, and adhere to job-specific abuse risk management responsibilities.