Adaptive Program Coordinator

YMCA of South Palm Beach County; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of South Palm Beach County seeks an Adaptive Programs Coordinator to provide visionary leadership for adaptive Afterschool, Summer Camp, Holiday Camp, and future initiatives across South Palm Beach County.

You will develop innovative programs, mentor staff, and expand inclusive opportunities for children and teens with diverse abilities while building community partnerships and supporting fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; equivalent education considered.
• Experience with children, teens, or adults with diverse abilities preferred.
• Valid Florida driver's license meeting YMCA driving standards.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or ability to obtain within required timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Lead Adaptive Afterschool, Summer Camp, Holiday Camp, and future adaptive programming.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, mentor, coach, supervise, and evaluate staff and volunteers.
• Build meaningful relationships with participants, parents, caregivers, and community partners.
• Ensure compliance with YMCA, DCF, transportation, and risk management standards.
• Coordinate transportation, field trips, and special events.
• Develop new adaptive recreation, educational, wellness, and life-skills programs.
• Evaluate programs using enrollment trends and outcomes to drive improvement.
• Support grant applications and fundraising initiatives with data and stories.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Customer service

Patience

Organizational

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

AED certification

Job description

The Adaptive Programs Coordinator provides visionary leadership for the YMCA's Adaptive Afterschool, Summer Camp, Holiday Camp, and future adaptive recreation initiatives. This position is responsible for developing innovative programs, building community partnerships, supporting fundraising and grant opportunities, mentoring staff, and expanding inclusive opportunities for children and teens with diverse abilities throughout South Palm Beach County.

Essential Functions

• Lead and grow Adaptive Afterschool, Summer Camp, Holiday Camp, and future adaptive programming.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, mentor, coach, supervise, and evaluate staff and volunteers.
• Build meaningful relationships with participants, parents, caregivers, and community partners through proactive communication and exceptional customer service.
• Ensure compliance with YMCA, DCF, transportation, and risk management standards.
• Coordinate transportation, field trips, and special events.
• Develop new adaptive recreation, educational, wellness, and life‑skills programs.
• Evaluate existing programs using enrollment trends, participant feedback, and measurable outcomes to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the Association Development team by providing program data, participant success stories, measurable outcomes, and operational support for grant applications and grant‑funded initiatives.
• Support the YMCA Annual Campaign and other fundraising initiatives by sharing participant impact stories, participating in donor engagement opportunities, and assisting with special events.
• Assist in developing and monitoring department budgets while identifying opportunities for sustainable program growth.
• Represent the YMCA throughout the community to develop partnerships and expand adaptive programming.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field preferred. Equivalent education and relevant experience will be considered. Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• Experience working with children, teens, or adults with diverse abilities preferred.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or the ability to obtain certification within the required timeframe.
• Valid Florida driver's license meeting YMCA driving standards.
• Ability to safely operate a YMCA 14‑passenger vehicle. Commercial Driver License (CDL) is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated patience, professionalism, and the ability to exercise sound judgment in a fast‑paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and actively participate in indoor and outdoor program activities for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Ability to safely supervise participants by maintaining appropriate visual, auditory, and verbal awareness at all times.
• Ability to use a computer, telephone, and other office equipment requiring manual dexterity.
• Ability to remain calm, follow detailed instructions, and respond effectively in emergency situations.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (LEADER)

• Mission and Community Oriented: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits other volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
• People Oriented: Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Results Oriented: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high‑value experience for members. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Establish goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Supports fundraising. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately.
• Personal Development Oriented: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Pursuing self‑development enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process.

DISCLAIMERS

• Must successfully complete a Level II criminal background screening.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screening.
• Florida DCF 40‑Hour Introductory Child Care Training preferred but not required. The YMCA will provide and pay for the required training and competency examinations for qualified candidates.
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are considered essential functions of the position and may be reasonably accommodated in accordance with applicable law. The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
• This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned to support the YMCA's mission and operations. Job responsibilities may be modified as business needs change.