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Description

Pay Range : Starts at $ per hour, depending on experience

Position Summary : Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Middle Tennessee, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the Youth & Family Director, the Family Services Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of YPLAY and Youth Activity Center programs.

S / he will assist with the development and promotion of quality programs and provide supervision and guidance to program staff to ensure all specific duties are carried out.

Essential Functions :

Model the YMCA core values : Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

Work directly with the Association and center leadership in developing programming, planning and overseeing daily activities, scheduling, lesson plans and general program operations

Ensure safe and risk free environment at all times while meeting the individual needs of the participants

Be available during after-school hours and on days when local school system is out of session or cancelled and implement activities for youth during "school break" hours

Interact effectively with the program staff as a total system, with participants’ best interest in mind

Plan activities for children; arts and crafts, and fitness-oriented programming for healthier lifestyles; understand developmentally appropriate practices and provide constructive activities that entertain and educate youth

Oversee work of youth on computers to ensure electronic communication policies are followed

Communicate with parents and address concerns in timely manner; seek the help of supervisor or center executive if needed

Assist with the various administrative tasks, coordinate schedules and complete all necessary reports; take inventory of and help purchase necessary supplies

Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; provide ongoing performance feedback; schedule staff accordingly to meet the needs of the program

Know, understand, train and execute all program policies and emergency procedures associated with the program

Help ensure the cleanliness of all YMCA facilities by participating in light cleaning and organizing supplies

Work with and follow planned initiatives as directed by Family Services committees and Association leadership; participate in Family Services Cabinets

Qualifications

Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA

Superior supervisory skills and an enthusiastic personality with the ability to inspire and motivate staff, volunteers, members and participants to create a culture of service within our centers

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community

Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative

Must be highly organized with the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks

Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software programs, as well as the ability to use most office equipment is required

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

Must be at least 18 years of age

High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience in the field of children programming ages 2-11 preferred; supervisory or management experience preferred

Certifications Required :

Upon hire : New Hire Orientation Training

Within 30 days of hire : CPR / First Aid / AED, and not scheduled alone EAP

Within 60 days of hire : Attend Introduction to Listen First

Within six months of hire : Complete course training and Certify in Adult Mental Health First Aid USA from the National Council for Mental Wellbeing

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand; walk on uneven surfaces; sit; handle or feel objects;

reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

The employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level is usually minimal to moderate.

Last updated : 2024-05-04