Youth & Family Programs Department Coordinator - Hernando County

Location: YMCA of the Suncoast Hernando County Branch

About the role

Under the direction of the Branch Executive Director, the Youth and Family Programs Coordinator will oversee and manage youth and family enrichment programs at the Hernando County Family YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Market, organize, staff, and manage youth programs at the Hernando County branch including but not limited to homeschool, preschool, Parent's Night Out, enrichment, and camps.
• Oversee staff and operations of our Kids Zone area as well as The Zone.
• Personally develop and cultivate relationships with members and volunteers, as well as in the community to increase awareness of programs.
• Mentor and support staff and volunteers in all aspects of youth programs.
• Provide support during the annual campaign.
• Supervise volunteers and/or staff to ensure everyone follows safety standards and rules of the YMCA.
• Coordinate the function under the direction of the supervisor.
• Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct.
• Keep supplies organized, maintain and clean facility, and care for equipment.
• Ensure any communication reflects the YMCA voice.
• Always wear the YMCA staff shirt, name tag, SMART pin, and appropriate attire.
• Distribute materials and make announcements as needed to promote function.
• Report any new or continuing problem that may arise.
• Role model SMART behavior.
• Supervise all staff and volunteers within the department.
• Meet budgetary responsibilities under the direction of the supervisor.

Success Measures

• Increase number of participants in youth programs by 10% (Year 1).
• Increase numbers for summer camps by 5% (Year 1).
• Help branch meet or exceed annual giving (Year 1).

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess the competence and confidence to administer effective and quality coordination of the entire department.
• Must demonstrate good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Must have a good understanding of the community and genuine willingness to work with it.
• Ability to cooperate and work with YMCA staff to provide a quality program.
• Upon hire, must complete Intro to the Y's Cause & Culture, Y's Way to Service & Engagement, and I Hear You: Service with CARE.
• Supervisor's Training preferred if supervising.
• Must familiarize themselves with YMCA rules and policies.
• Good verbal communication skills are beneficial.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Key Leadership Competencies

• Collaboration
• Developing Other and Self
• Critical Thinking
• Program and Project Management
• Finance
• Emotional Maturity

Pay

$17.00/hr - $17.10/hr