What are the responsibilities and job description for the YMCA Teen Program Coordinator position at YMCA OF GREATER SPRINGFIELD INC?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Director of Community Outreach, manage the daily operations of the Teen Program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Adhere to policies, procedures and regulations of the YMCA of Greater Springfield.
- A strong focus on administrative responsibilities and programming for our Outreach Centers.
- Manage, oversee and develop Outreach group leaders ensuring they are capable of facilitation of required program.
- Seek out and utilize interns and volunteers from local colleges and institutions to further enhance the strengths and abilities of your Outreach center.
- Develop and delegate the implementation of teen programs that include, but are not limited to;
- Monthly programs and calendars, Leader's Club, Youth in Government, Sports leagues, Field trips, Journalism and literacy.
- Oversee and supervise staff run programs and activities.
- Work with staff to ensure a safe environment for participants.
- Incumbent must maintain high standards for all staff and programming.
- He/she must promote the best practices of customer service.
- Assist in the development of new programs.
- Must represent the YMCA in a professional manner and promote a positive and cheerful environment during each work shift.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate Degree is preferred but may be waived for a candidate with the equivalent years of experience in similar and related field.
- Must have, or be willing to earn, and maintain CPR and First Aid certification(s).
- 2 years’ experience in programming and activity planning.
- Experience working with youth and teens between 11 and 19 years of age.
- Proven leadership skill and a strong ability to organize and lead others.
- Ability to work with a diverse population.
- Exhibit core YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
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.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand or reach for extended periods of times, move around the work environment independently, push, pull or lift up to 25 pounds for short periods of time. Employee is exposed to noise and fluctuating temperatures.