Teen Program Coordinator

About the Role

The Teen Coordinator plans, coordinates, and facilitates engaging, safe, and inclusive programs for teens ages 12–17 under the direction of the Youth Development Director. This role supports the YMCA's mission by promoting youth development, leadership, academic success, healthy lifestyles, and community engagement while serving as a positive role model, mentor, and advocate for teens.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate engaging, safe, and inclusive teen programs for youth ages 12-17.
• Support youth leadership development by mentoring teens, encouraging youth voice, and promoting teamwork, responsibility, and confidence.
• Serve as the Lead Advisor for the YMCA's Model United Nations and Youth & Government programs, including weekly meetings, curriculum facilitation, and preparation for conferences, simulations, and civic engagement events.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants by following YMCA policies, maintaining appropriate supervision ratios, and implementing positive behavior management strategies.
• Host surveys to gauge teen, parent, and community interest and determine community needs to inform program decisions.
• Plan, develop, and implement relevant programs and workshops to engage teen participation.
• Build strong relationships with teens, parents/guardians, school staff, and community partners.
• Communicate program updates and participant progress to families in a timely and professional manner.
• Plan and lead Teen Camps for the Santa Monica Family YMCA during Spring/Summer and Mini-Day Camps.
• Serve as admin-liaison for Camp Big Bear (Summer Camp), assisting with administrative duties such as registration, managing inquiries, setting up rooms for training/parent meetings, and assisting with Check-in and Check-out Days.
• Develop, plan, and implement a teen volunteer program to promote community engagement.
• Assist with program promotion, outreach, and participant recruitment, working with Marketing to meet program enrollment goals.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, incident reports, and required program documentation.
• Collaborate with YMCA staff, volunteers, interns, and community partners to support high-quality programming.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, conferences, and YMCA events as required.
• Model and uphold the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility at all times.
• Ensure that teen programming attains the highest standards as established by the Santa Monica Family YMCA.
• Assist in association-wide initiatives such as Healthy Kids Day, Spooktacular, Winter Wonderland, and others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• A minimum of one year working with teens (ages 12-17).
• A minimum of six months related program development and/or program management experience.
• Previous experience working with diverse populations preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to work cohesively with parents, participants, and staff.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Google Workspace.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (must include Adult and Child/Infant) obtained within 30 days of hire from one of the following certifying organizations:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute