POSITION SUMMARY: Teen Coordinator

YMCA of the Sandhills is currently seeking a qualified Teen Coordinator towork in a collaborative environment. The Teen Coordinator is responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of teen programs. The Teen Coordinator works under the direction of the Director of Youth Development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee established objectives that are consistent with organizational goals and mission.
• Support and maintain programs that engage teens socially, culturally, and intellectually and that reflect the diversity of the population we serve.
• Support and maintain programs that focus on service, leadership, and mental health education.
• Plan and implement the day-to-day activities in accordance with established standards and goals.
• Participate in meetings related to teens and inform the Director of Youth Development of progress and/or changes to programs and goals.
• Create and maintain a culture of inclusion and respect among participants.
• Ensure quality of programs assisting with program evaluations.
• Working with the Director of Youth Development, control expenditures and make recommendations for expenditures, as they relate to the teen programs.
• Manage and enforce discipline policies and provide effective guidance.
• Manage record keeping and reporting as it relates to the teen programs to the Director of Youth Development.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and trainings.
• Participate in special events and programs.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by leadership staff.

YMCACOMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement:Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration:Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other persons point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness:Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth:Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 18 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, Child Abuse Prevention training and Day Camp Orientation training.
• Bachelors degree or pursing a degree from an accredited college or university preferably in social services, education, human development or related field or two years of experience within the YMCA of the Sandhills association
• Experience working with a non-profit organization, preferably a youth development organization
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Familiarity with the principles of youth development
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities and groups
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products, email, and various social media outlets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible
• Schedule will align with programming for teens

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings, including severe heat.

• Ability to verbally lead group activities.
• Adequate mobility, sight and hearing to effectively supervise program participants.
• Sufficient strength and agility to perform essential functions of position including the ability to lift a child who weighs approximately 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform essential functions which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: standing; sitting; semi-to-full reaching overhead; crouching; kneeling; carrying; twisting of the waist, shoulders and legs.

Hours/Rate:

Part Time: $13.50-$15.50 per hour. Seasonal Full Time during summer, Part Time during the school year.