Youth Development Program Coordinator

at  Olympic Peninsula YMCA

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM COORDINATOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Company Overview
The Olympic Peninsula YMCA is a non-profit organization that oversees Y programs and focuses on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our mission is to strengthen communities through programs and services that build healthy spirit, mind and body.
Job Description/General Function
The Youth Development Program Coordinator is responsible for being on-site with children, program planning, and program implementation under the oversight of the Childcare Director. The Youth Development Program Coordinator will provide regular supervision of staff and volunteers. The Youth Development Program Coordinator will have the understanding, ability, physical health, emotional stability, and good judgment to meet the needs of the children in care.
Areas of Responsibility
The Youth Development Program Coordinator must be on the premises for the majority of hours that care is provided each day. If temporarily absent from the program, the Youth Development Program Coordinator must leave a competent, designated staff person in charge who meets the qualifications of a lead teacher.
The Youth Development Program Coordinator may also serve as childcare staff when the role does not interfere with management and supervisory responsibilities.
Plan and implement curriculum and environmental design of the youth development program
Observe and mentor staff
Keep accurate documentation of attendance, absences, and emergency information on each child.
Maintain up-to-date records on all children enrolled.
Maintain ordered arrangement, appearance, dcor, cleanliness, and learning environment of the site. -Must feel comfortable supervising group swim once a week in collaboration with the lifeguards and aquatics staff.
Plan and coordinate activities in a written lesson that fit the childrens needs and interests.
Purchase snack supplies and site supplies weekly, keeping within budgetary constraints.
Participate in staff recruitment, management, development, and evaluations.
Attends staff meetings and trainings as required and completes all YMCA required online trainings which includes child abuse prevention training within 7 days of hire.
Upholds YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management. Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youth.
Additional Expectations and Duties
Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations in accordance with mandated reporting requirements.
Responsible for general housekeeping tasks to ensure the workspace is always clean.
Submits hours worked accurately on electronic timecard, within timelines for supervisor approval.
Passion for high standards and belief in the YMCA mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Flexible schedule is needed as on occasion may need to work evenings and/or weekends.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Working Conditions

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Able to bend at the waist to pick up supplies, sit on the floor, play games, and perform daily cleaning tasks
Ability to lift 30 lbs.
Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods
Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting the voice across distance in normal and loud situations
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computers and office equipment
Vision capabilities adequate to monitor youth in the program
Hearing and speaking to exchange and gather information and provide assistance to youth and parents/guardians in the program
YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Minimum Requirements
Be 18 years of age or older - 21 or older preferred
Minimum two years experience with youth development programs
Have prior management, supervision, or leadership experience
Attend a department orientation within six months of employment or assuming the position
Have a food worker card or acquire one within 10 days of hire Satisfactory results from criminal background check, as required
Have current child and adult CPR and first-aid certification or acquire certification through agency-provided training upon employment
Complete HIV/AIDS training and annual bloodborne pathogens training as required
Functional computer skills
Ability to respond appropriately to safety and emergency situations
Driver Requirements
YMCA Vehicle Driver Requirements
25 of age or older
Valid drivers license
Driving record which meets or exceeds YMCA standards, a driver records request will be submitted. Private Vehicle, Requesting Reimbursement
Valid drivers license
Proof of Insuranc

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