Teen Program Lead *Seasonal - Summer* Valleywide YMCA

The Valley of the Sun YMCA is honored to be among the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States, recognized for transforming our culture, vision, and operations. With 12 branches across the Valley and Northern Arizona, along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott, we are a rapidly growing, cause-driven organization. Our mission is to enhance the nation's health and well-being while creating opportunities to give back and support our communities. If you are dedicated to being part of a greater movement, a career with the YMCA is for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A TEEN PROGRAM LEAD:

• Oversees a quality Teen Camp program, including but not limited to setting up field trips, guest speakers, art and other classes, tutoring, computer technology, service learning and more
• Assists in supervising, scheduling and evaluating staff and volunteers.
• Transport children on daily routes and weekly field trips.
• Orders supplies as needed.
• Develops positive relationships with participant and provides motivational support and guidance.
• Encourages member involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Monitors care and maintenance of all program facilities and equipment with particular concern for the health and safety of participants and ensures repairs are made as needed.
• Ensures attendance records, program reports, and other required administrative procedures are completed.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Conveys basic knowledge of all program areas to members and participants.
• Incorporates the mission, philosophy, and 4 core values of the YMCA in all communication with participants and co-workers.

• This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE A TEEN PROGRAM LEAD:

• 21 years of age or older
• Current state approved first aid certification
• Current CPR
• Minimum one year experience working with teens
• Knowledge and experience of teen programming including a demonstrated ability to work effectively with teens.
• Ability to communicate effectively with teens, staff, peers, volunteers and supervisor.
• Ability to effectively communicate information on Teen Programs.
• Knowledge of staff/volunteer supervision and program management preferred.
• Current Arizona driver’s license (NO CDL REQUIRED)
• Minimum of 3 years licensed driving experience
• A clear or acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that meets the YMCA standards

PART TIME BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Staff Membership
• Discounted Family Membership
• Employee Program Rewards and Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days of employment)
• Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

The Valley of the Sun YMCA has been a trusted place of belonging, growth, and opportunity. We are for strengthening families, and creating opportunities for every child, teen, adult and senior to thrive. Guided by our call to Be Well. Do Good. Lead Change. Our goal is to expand access, deepen impact and secure a sustainable future for the Y across Arizona.

Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.

Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse. No form of abuse will be tolerated. All allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to in accordance with our Abuse Response Process.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.