Youth Program Assistant

About the role

The Youth Program Assistant provides leadership at program sites and ensures an environment that enhances and promotes interpersonal relationships, confidence, self-esteem, values, mutual respect, and understanding of various ethnic cultures and socio-economic backgrounds. The role is committed to character development, aligning with the Greater Peoria YMCA's mission.

Responsibilities

• Create a variety of experiences for participants to exercise creativity and upgrade skill levels.
• Assist in carrying out lesson plans and teaching activities.
• Maintain a friendly attitude and control group dynamics.
• Enforce and share program rules and regulations with participants.
• Report serious problems and accidents to appropriate parties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Attend staff meetings and complete required training (CPR, First Aid).

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or be in the process of acquiring one.
• Ability to relate to all child participants, parents, and school age staff.
• Strong language skills, both written and oral.
• Adept at public speaking.
• Ability to interpret and convey daily billing procedures.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations.
• Ability to reason with others, handle hostility, and develop solutions to problems.

Qualifications

• Current CPR and First Aid within 90 days.

Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Physical stamina

Benefits

• Free Membership
• Discounted Programming
• Free CPR/AED/First Aid Training
• 8% Retirement for Vested Employees
• Paid Leave for All
• Opportunities for Training and Advancement

Pay

USD $16.00 - USD $23.40 /Hr.

Schedule

Position may vary based on school schedule and program needs.