Description

Under the guidance of the Teen Program Director, the position’s primary goal is to provide a safe environment for all participants and members while ensuring superior member service. The Teen Advisor (Saturday Nights) will also assist with program supervision, organization, communications and the execution of the South Shore YMCA policies and procedures. The Teen Advisor is expected to engage, participate and create positive relationships with our program participants.  

 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience working with middle school aged youth is preferred
• Knowledge or openness to engage with middle school aged youth with a various activities.
• Red Cross CPR/AED & First Aid Certifications (or willing to get certified)
• The ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, members, community leaders and other agencies is critical to this position.Effective teaching skills, the ability to deliver excellent member service, and a high level of enthusiasm are required.
• Excellent communication skills, and demonstrated poise and professionalism when addressing concerns and interacting with people.

 

YMCA COMPETENCIES  - LEADER

Mission and Community Oriented – Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Work effectively with people of all backgrounds and levels. Willingness to serve and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build supportive relationships with them.

People Oriented – Remains calm in challenging situations and seeks to understand the underlying cause. Speaks and writes effectively. Develops rapport, relates well and takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Results Oriented – Discovers ideas to create and deliver a high-value member experience. Makes sound judgments, establishes goals, plans work, supports fundraising, and adheres to budgeting procedures

Personal Development – Recognizes personal strengths and limitations, pursues self-development and demonstrates flexibility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to: bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period of time, walk, run, lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, talk, hear, and have visual acuity.

 

Summary

The South Shore YMCA is seeking a Teen Advisor for Saturday Night Programs to assist with program supervision, organization, communications and the execution of the South Shore YMCA policies and procedures. The Teen Advisor is expected to engage, participate and create positive relationships with our program participants.  APPLY NOW!