B.A.S.E. Program Supervisor

Be a leader. Be a mentor. Be the reason a kid loves their day.

At the Y, we’re more than a nonprofit—we’re a community. Every day, we create spaces where kids feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. If you’re passionate about youth development, love leading teams, and thrive in a fast-paced, people-centered environment… this might be your next adventure.

About the Role

As a Program Supervisor, you’ll be the driving force behind our Before & After School Enrichment and Camp programs for kids in grades K–5. This is a year-round leadership role where no two days look the same—one minute you’re coaching staff, the next you’re helping plan an epic camp activity or connecting with families.

You’ll lead an energetic team, ensure high-quality programming, and help create experiences that build confidence, teamwork, leadership, and joy in every child we serve.

What You’ll Do

Lead & Inspire

• Guide and support Site Coordinators and Program Assistants through regular site visits
• Serve as a Licensed Summer Camp Supervisor and step in as Camp Director when needed
• Build a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture

Create Amazing Programs

• Oversee curriculum, lesson plans, and fun, engaging activities
• Help run programs year-round—including school days, summer camp, and those unexpected snow days
• Jump in when needed to keep programs running smoothly and within ratios

Build Your Dream Team

• Help recruit, hire, train, and schedule staff and volunteers
• Coach and develop staff through feedback and professional growth opportunities

Connect with Families & Community

• Be a friendly, trusted point of contact for families
• Partner with schools, PTAs, and community organizations
• Plan events that bring families together and strengthen connections

Keep Kids Safe & Programs Strong

• Ensure safe, clean, and welcoming program environments
• Follow all licensing, safety, and YMCA policies
• Uphold youth protection standards and mandated reporting requirements

Be Part of Something Bigger

• Support YMCA initiatives like HEPA standards and fundraising campaigns
• Collaborate across teams to continuously improve programs
• Pitch in wherever needed—because that’s what teamwork is all about

Why You’ll Love Working at the Y

• You’ll make a real impact—every single day
• You’ll work with a team that genuinely cares
• You’ll grow as a leader and a professional
• You’ll help create memories kids carry for life

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

Everything we do at the YMCA is based on the ideal that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or identity, diverse abilities, age, religion, socioeconomic status or any other statuses or identities. Our work is focused on eliminating barriers to access, eliminating disparities in health, providing educational support, supporting working families, and growing our next generation of changemakers for our country.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, bring energy to your work, and help kids thrive—we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help us build stronger communities, one child at a time.

What You Bring

• Experience working with youth, camps, or school-age programs
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A passion for mentoring staff and making a difference in kids’ lives
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities (and still keep your sense of humor!)
• Knowledge of licensing and safety standards is a plus

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum two years related experience working with Elementary Aged Children is required.
2. Two years experience supervising others, preferred.
3. Minimum 30 quarter credit units in Recreation, Education or related field is preferred.
4. Minimum age of 21 years or older.
5. Must be able to get quickly to various school locations throughout Whatcom County with personal transportation or YMCA van certification required.
6. Ability to perform under deadlines, multi-task, management & group leader skills within a team atmosphere. 
7. Have a firm working knowledge of child development, behavior management, positive conflict resolution and social emotional learning.
8. Ability to model YMCA core values of respect, responsibility, caring and honesty.
9. Within 30 days of hire include completion of: Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff; Working with Program Volunteers; CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens; TB test; MERIT background check, provide MMR vaccine records, Food Handler Permit.
10. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
11. 30 Hour STARS Basic Training required; within 90 days of hire.
12. Basic computer knowledge including but not limited to Microsoft programs, Google, etc.
13. Attend continuing education training as assigned by Director of School Age & Camps Programs for quality program enhancement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children’s activities including but not limited to swimming, rockwall climbing, van driving, etc. Must be able to sit, stand, walk for multiple hours. Must be able to lift 20-50-100 pounds (i.e. food delivery packages, supply shipments, etc.).
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Salary : $23 - $25