Youth Development Staff

Make a difference in the lives of teens! The Cadillac Area YMCA is looking for a part-time Youth Development Staff member to lead educational enrichment, afterschool mentoring, and youth development programs. If you enjoy working with young people, building relationships, creating engaging activities, and making a positive impact in our community, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help inspire the next generation! This is a part-time position (2-5 days/week - 2:30-7:00pm).

At the Y, our purpose is to strengthen community. We strive to live up to our purpose every day, working side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we work together for the greater good. We are:

• Welcoming: We’re open to all. We create spaces where you can be, belong and become.
• Genuine: We value who you are and encourage you to be true to yourself and others.
• Nurturing: We’re with you on your journey to develop your full potential.
• Hopeful: We believe in your ability to create positive change in our community and in the world.
• Determined: We’re on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you!

A BETTER US STARTS WITH U
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts people’s lives. No matter what role you take on at the Y, you’ll show up each day with the satisfaction of knowing your contributions are helping to empower young people, improve health and well-being, and inspire action in your community. If you want more than just a job – if you’re looking to discover a sense of purpose and opportunities to contribute to the greater good – then the Y is the place for you. Join us!

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Youth Development Coordinator, the Youth Development Staff will be responsible for the planning, delivery, and evaluation of teen educational enrichment programming as well as afterschool teen mentorship.

Essential Functions:

1. Engage proactive, positive risk management plan that will effectively minimize risk exposure and incidents. Provide for appropriate, timely, response when incidents do occur.
2. Provide direct program instruction, implementation and leadership.
3. Seek input from teens to determine available activity and recreational resources.
4. Maintain essential program data and reporting as it relates to grants, service reports and management needs.
5. Develop, implement, and oversee youth development programs that reflect community needs and maintain the YMCA’s high standards of quality, safety, and caring. Develop and maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations.
6. Maintain best practices and security concerning computer hardware and password management.
7. Work with the Director of Youth Development to effectively promote youth development programs and resources. Prepare regular program information and details for marketing efforts.
8. Maintain graphic and branding standards while designing marketing materials.
9. Remain current in required and voluntary training in order to promote growth in spirit, mind, and body.
10. Provide excellent member service by exceeding member expectations. Ensure that all membership and program retention strategies are maximized. Work closely with entire YMCA team to ensure member satisfaction, tracking, and follow-up.
11. Engage in active listening with members in order to build relationships, understand individual’s goals and interests, and take the initiative to assist in the achievement of those goals.
12. Be a positive representative of the Cadillac Area YMCA in the community at all times by reflecting the principles of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
13. From time to time, undertake new responsibilities as may be deemed necessary for the YMCA by the Youth Development Coordinator.

Qualifications:

· Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and experience working with all age groups.

· Proficient with current technology, desktop office computers and mobile devices

· Required training within in 30 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens, Workplace Harassment, Internet Safety, CPR, AED, and First Aid

Benefits:

· Retirement Plan

· Free YMCA Membership

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.75 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $14 - $15