Program Lead-Seasonal

Job Title

• Program
• Lead
• Status:
• Non-Exempt,
• Full-Time
• Seasonal
• Pay: $22/hr
• Reports to: Program Director, Family & Youth Enrichment

JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Program Director of the Family and Youth Enrichment department, the Program Lead is primarily responsible for the facilitation of day camp programs focused on youth enrichment with an emphasis on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Duties include working closely with the Program Coordinators to ensure that program needs are being addressed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The following duties and responsibilities are those considered to be essential but do not represent all job functions that may be required to be performed by this position.
• Other comparable duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
• Fulfill program and special event responsibilities identified by the Program Director.
• Facilitate programs with intention and purpose.
• Conducts all activities to ensure that the goals and objectives of each program are met.
• Provide high quality programs using current teaching techniques and FYE Standard Operating Procedures.
• Fulfill Administrative requirements outlined in manual including completion of program attendance, incident documentation and program reports,.
• Be available for families seeking services with a general working knowledge of all ASYMCA programs and services.
• Actively participate in scheduled meetings, team implementation of FYE events.
• Monitor and organize program supplies and equipment.
• Implementation and facilitation of programs which support the needs and well being of the military family in regards to Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
• Maintain professionalism by administering both verbal and written correspondence in a timely manner.
• Maintain professional boundaries with program participants and FYE staff Dresses appropriately for job responsibilities; maintains professional demeanor when representing the ASYMCA.
• Fulfill program and special event responsibilities identified by supervisor(s).
• All other duties as assigned Ensure the YMCA’s core values (responsibility, respect, caring, and honesty) are incorporated facilitation and curriculum of programming.
• Demonstrates the YMCA Leadership Competencies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No Supervisory Responsibilities

EDUCATION/YEARS EXPERIENCE Minimum

High School Diploma.

Preferred

At least two years college level coursework with an emphasis in Social Service, Child Care, Family Resources or Education or comparable course of study, and experience in either facilitating children’s programs and/or working in a similar or related capacity. Experience working with adults and children in different life stages. Familiarity with the military population or equivalent socio economic group. Experience facilitating children’s programming

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Responsible, well organized, and demonstrate initiative. A professional demeanor with an aptitude for analytical thinking and problem solving. Knowledge in Windows, Excel. Must be accurate and detail oriented, possess strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a complex and fast paced environment. Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Must have excellent customer service skills. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational, and public speaking skills. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Standard office equipment and machines such as telephone, personal computer, multi-function copy machine, and 10-key calculator.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Must have reliable transportation. Must either possess or be able to obtain Pediatric and Adult CPR and First Aid Certification.

• PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel and uses hands, arms and legs for dexterity, balance and climbing stairs.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts, carries and balances objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Pulls and pushes such objects as file drawers and supplies.
• Prioritizes and multi-tasks work and projects requiring good memory, concentration and analytical thinking.
• Occasionally is required to perform the safe operation office equipment and machines, and recognize and abate safety hazards within the workplace.
• Must be able to hear, see including peripheral vision and distinction of colors, read and communicate verbally and in writing frequently with a wide range of people from divergent socio-economic and cultural backgrounds and origins.

• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMTNS Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
• ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
• All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
• We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
• ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.
• Military spouses, veterans and military affiliated job seekers encouraged to apply.
• Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
• ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
• All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
• We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
• ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.
• Armed Services YMCA acknowledges the minimal use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in our initial recruitment stages.
• All AI use is coupled with human review and is designed to assist our team in building efficiencies and excelling at focusing on timeliness and communication in our hiring process.
• Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications and make all final hiring decisions.