Youth Program Coordinator- SAIL - Atlanta, United States - YMCA Metro Atlanta

Description

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta.

Today, we're looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we're an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone especially children experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.

In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Under the direction of the Youth Development Director, the Youth Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the branch's SAIL programs for two YMCA Summer Day Camp Programs.

This role will support the successful achievement of providing guidance, leadership, values education, and enjoyment for children served by the program.

RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):

• Assist with supervising, planning, organizing, and implementing a structured program that supports activities for elementary school-age children.
• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
• Provide leadership to Site Director, counselors, and students within the programs with guidance from Youth Development Director.
• Ensure that all program decisions are guided by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta program standards.
• Ensure counselors and students have all supplies, curriculum and equipment needed for program activities.
• Assist with scheduling and management of staffing at each site.
• Coordinate academic activities and communication with YMCA.
• Stay updated on current issues regarding programs.
• Promote, monitor, evaluate and ensure that all programs run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
• Coordinate and ensure all program components are implemented and meet compliance of SAIL Grant.
• Maintain branch and association certifications in CPR, Metro Atlanta YMCA New Staff Orientation and Branch off-site Emergency procedures and any other required certifications and/or training required by the Metro Atlanta YMCA.
• Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
• Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.
• Adhere to the YMCA Keeping Kids Safe Policy.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a High School Diploma
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• 2+ years prior experience working with school-age children in a group setting
• Have evidence of current successful completion training in CPR/First Aid/BLS, or complete within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Have experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Power Point

Ergonomic Requirements:
Ability to work actively outdoors and/or indoors while supervising children. Ability to climb, walk, run, stoop, squat or kneel. Ability to lift and carry equipment to appropriate destinations or affect the carrying of such equipment. Ability to use senses which enable safe supervision including seeing and/or hearing.

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.


Employment Requirement:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence.

The opportunities to serve are vast, and we're looking for a diverse mix of people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location:
Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA