Grant-Funded Teen Program Leader

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; North Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Metro Atlanta in Forsyth County is seeking a Teen Counselor to plan and lead after-school and club activities for youth. You will supervise participants, prepare lesson plans, and ensure safety according to YMCA guidelines while building positive relationships with teens and parents.

Responsibilities include implementing program components to meet grant compliance, promoting high-quality service, and reporting incidents.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Degree.
• 2-4 years prior experience working with school-age youth or teens in a group setting.
• Have evidence of current successful completion of CPR/First Aid/BLS, or complete within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen and motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily program tasks related directly to the position's scope and responsibility.
• Provide leadership and supervision to the participants within the program with guidance from the Youth Development Director.
• Instructs lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Stay updated on current issues regarding programs.
• Promote, monitor, evaluate and ensure that all programs run smoothly with a high level of service to participants.
• Coordinate and ensure all program components are implemented and met to meet compliance of Goizueta Grant.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with teen participants and parents/guardians; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Assist as needed in all aspects of the YMCA and its community.
• Responsible for maintaining and reporting incident/accident paperwork.
• Other duties as assigned.
• This position must perform duties in accordance with the policies, goals, mission, values and objectives established by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta, Branch Strategic Plan, Safety Protocols, and Member Services Guidelines and Program Non-Negotiables.
• Emphasis will be placed on member service, program knowledge, participant/staff safety, and communication with members and staff.
• Implement the YMCA safety protocols both related to Youth and Teen Safety Policy and branch operations.
• Assist with implementing program checks that ensures participant/staff adherence to the Y safety protocols, with a commitment to member and staff safety.
• Adhere to the YMCA Youth and Teen Safety Policy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team supervision

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

YMCA of Metro Atlanta in Forsyth County is seeking a Teen Counselor to plan and lead after-school and club activities for youth. You will supervise participants, prepare lesson plans, and ensure safety according to YMCA guidelines while building positive relationships with teens and parents.

Responsibilities include implementing program components to meet grant compliance, promoting high-quality service, and reporting incidents.