Teen Coordinator (North Brooklyn YMCA)
Part-Time / Regular
$22.00 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our
mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to
enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career
framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are
committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and
development for all. 

The North Brooklyn YMCA is seeking a Teen Coordinator. Under the supervision of the Youth
& Family Director, the Teen Coordinator will lead the management and
implementation of all teen programs. Position responsibilities include
assisting the Youth & Family Director in managing staff, program
development, outreach, recruitment, and key community partnerships such as
local schools. The impact of teen programs will be carefully measured and
monitored for continuous improvement. Teen programs take place during the
school year concurrent with the school day, after school hours, and Saturday
evenings. Teen programs also take place during the summer on Saturday evenings.
The Teen Coordinator will supervise all teen travel, including overnight and
multi-day trips.

[Program Portfolio: Y Saturday Night
Lights (SNL), Y Scholars, Teens Take the City (TTC), Rowe Scholars, Leaders
Club, and Teen Center, and any newly developed programs].

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of teens in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Manage administrative data entry in various systems, including Youth Service.NET and AS400, coordinate participant paperwork, conduct program surveys, and all other requirements outlined by City agencies and in the YMCA’s Teen Standards.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement program registration, programming, workshops, and special events with support from part-time teen counselors.
• Directly facilitate teen programming in lieu of the Teen Advisor when a position is vacant. 
• Ensure that programming is led with a focus on Social Emotional Learning and skill development.
• Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information and help to compile program statistics.
• Help to develop, implement, and monitor the program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Establish and maintain links with service providers in various settings, including other CBOs, schools, and partnerships.
• Attend designated meetings, training sessions, and special events related to teen programming.
• Participate in Branch Fundraising/ Annual Support Campaign.
• Act as the liaison to the YMCA of Greater New York regarding teen issues.
• Provide support to the Youth & Director regarding staff management and scheduling.
• Manage adolescent behavior with respect, maturity, compassion, and encouragement.
• Create and support an environment that is diverse, culturally sensitive, and relevant to the needs of teens.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
  College degree in the field of Education or social work is desired.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with teens/youth and
  planning activities.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certifications preferred.
• General
  knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership qualities, and comfortable with multicultural youth and adults. 

Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.