Program Coordinator

About the YMCA

The Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a progressive nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. With a 150-year history, GSCY serves over 30,000 individuals across seven locations in three counties, employing 100 full-time and 950 part-time staff. The Y empowers everyone, fostering inclusivity and addressing social inequities to fulfill its mission. Learn more at gscymca.org.

About the Role

Under the direction of the Youth Program Director, the Coordinator supports the successful delivery of youth and child care programs through scheduling, staff oversight, program development, and operational functions that align with branch goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage child care and youth programs, including daily operations, activity planning, scheduling, facility coordination, and maintaining program records and compliance documentation.
• Manage program administration and enrollment operations, including application processing, registration systems, attendance tracking, and maintaining accurate participant and program data.
• Ensure program quality, safety, and compliance with organizational standards, state licensing, and regulatory requirements through regular evaluation, inspections, and adherence to best practices.
• Lead program development and continuous improvement by assessing community needs, expanding offerings, and monitoring participation and outcomes.
• Train, schedule, and support staff and volunteers, fostering a diverse, high-performing team and supporting professional development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, families, community partners, and stakeholders while delivering excellent customer service and clear communication.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to provide operational support, ensure coverage, and contribute to organizational goals and strategic initiatives.
• Support marketing, outreach, and community engagement efforts, including promotion of programs, participation in events, fundraising, and committee involvement.
• Maintain accurate reporting and program data to support evaluation, funding requirements, and organizational decision-making.
• Participate in ongoing training and perform additional duties as needed to support overall operations.

YMCA Competencies (Team Leader)

• Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values. Ensures high service standards with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fundraising.
• Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Listens empathetically and communicates effectively for understanding, especially during conflict. Tailors communications to the audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance, and support.
• Operational Effectiveness: Provides decision-making frameworks. Conducts prototypes to launch programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through team engagement. Creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using formal progress measurement.
• Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change, models adaptability, and understands the impact of change. Uses non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues or inappropriate behavior. Demonstrates up-to-date functional, technical, and technological knowledge and skills.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Associate’s degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or a related field (preferred).
• One to two years of related work experience (preferred).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Regular use of a computer for extended periods and communication via computer/phone/smart device.
• Frequent sitting, reaching, and moving around the work environment.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.

Benefits

• FREE family membership to Greater Somerset County YMCA, including full access to all branch facilities (Bridgewater, Hillsborough, Princeton, Somerset Hills, and Somerville YMCAs).
• FREE nationwide membership with access to over 2,500 YMCA locations across the country.
• Discounted program fees.
• Paid sick leave and short-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Generous 12% retirement contribution to the YMCA Retirement Fund after eligibility (no employee contribution required).
• Medical and dental insurance with prescription coverage.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account for medical and/or dependent care.
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• Optional additional life insurance and dependent life insurance at low rates.
• 403(b) Smart Savings Plan.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• 7 paid holidays.

Pay

$23–$26 per hour.