Teen Leader - Huntington

About the role

Teen Leaders are responsible for teen program/club development, supervision, recruitment/retention and implementation of the Y’s teen programs and fostering relationships with middle/high school students at their YMCA’s/program. Under the supervision of the Regional Teen Director, your role will include facilitating small group activities, modeling & reinforcing our character traits—responsibility, caring, honesty, and respect throughout the program—as well as providing a safe environment for all the young people at your YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality programs to meet the needs of middle and high school students, ensuring that YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures are enforced and respected.
• Work with the Teen Director to set goals and review standards in the implementation of activities that foster creativity and awareness, including various cultural, educational, recreational, environmental and social issues.
• Coordinate service delivery with the management team to ensure a youth/teen “friendly and safe” environment.
• Facilitate, plan and engage teens in daily clubs based on teen interest and following Safe for You, Safe for Us guidelines (COVID-19 Safety Protocols).
• Maintain and monitor enrollment and participation in Y programs.
• Ensure that teens participate in all required training, special events, and community collaborations.
• Support the Regional Teen Program Director with the recruitment of teens in the community.
• Attend YMCA, community, collaborative and other meetings as requested by the Regional Teen Program Director.
• Maintain and care for all program areas and supplies.
• Meet all reporting and tracking requirements for collaborative programs.
• Communicate program information, problems and concerns as they occur.
• Abide by established YMCA policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines; ask when in doubt.
• Remain current in required and voluntary training to promote Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.
• Job performance will be evaluated every 30 days by supervisor to ensure quality program is being delivered.
• Adhere to the Association Teen Development Agenda.
• Perform duties as requested by supervisor.

Requirements

• 21+ years old.
• Youth programming experience required; teen programming specific experience preferred.
• CPR, First Aid & other program-specific certifications required upon or after hire.

Benefits

• Develop leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
• Explore a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
• Shape the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
• Engage in YMCA career training programs and work alongside those who share the same passion.
• A healthy work/life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits including:
  • FREE YMCA Membership for you.
  • Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
  • Discounted or FREE family membership.
  • Robust Retirement Plan up to 10% (see eligibility requirement).
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
  • Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time).

Compensation: $20.00 - $28.00 / hour