Teen Director

Job Description

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Physical Education, Education or a related field; OR equivalent knowledge and experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of various activities and programs to engage youth and teens.
• Knowledge of children (Ages 10 to 18 years) trends and interests, with the ability to create programming options around those interests.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with teens and diverse populations
• Demonstrated skills in customer service, public relations, organizational skills, communications, supervision, computer knowledge, and file maintenance.
• Current Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional, AED First Aid, and Oxygen certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on the first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Essential Functions

• Develop, plan, and deliver curriculum, programs, and coordinate class schedules in conjunction with other staff and programs to enhance participation levels.
• Develop new programs with input from teen focus groups, surveys, parents, schools, and community partners.
• Keep current on youth and teen activity trends while developing a full range of programs to meet the needs of youth and families in the community.
• Assist and organize special youth and family events related to youth programs that are open to members and nonmembers.
• Work in conjunction with the Teen Program Outreach Team and Marketing Department to develop a plan, in concert with the branch marketing and communications staff, to specifically reach teens.
• Be enthusiastic toward members and staff by expressing an interest in their YMCA activities. Strive to enrich their YMCA experience by introducing them to new programs, staff, members, and volunteer activities.
• Compile program statistics. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in the program.