Activity Specialist (Flushing YMCA)
About the role
The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking an Activity Specialist to provide academic enhancement and enrichment in the Y program, including youth and adult programming. The Activity Specialist will be responsible for preparing and providing age-appropriate instruction for participants at the Beacon program.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times.
- Plan and implement meaningful activities and special events that are age-appropriate, exciting, challenging, and values-based.
- Cook up and present a culminating performance at the end of the program cycle, if applicable.
- Work cooperatively with program and school staff, as appropriate.
- Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
- Maintain accurate program documentation (sign-in/out forms and incident reports, as appropriate).
- Serve as a positive role model for participants.
- Work with the Site Director to secure and maintain all equipment or supplies needed for activities.
- Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the program to participants.
- Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
- Ensure the cleanliness of the program space during all activities.
- Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent required.
- College credits and formal education in Arts or STEM preferred.
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth and adults, specifically in the areas of Art and/or STEM.
- General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults.
- Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Qualifications
- None specified
Skills
- None specified
Benefits
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.
How to Apply
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization. If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.