Program Lead Out of School Time

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver; Arvada (CO); In loco; USD 35.000 - 52.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Free individual membership

Program discounts

Retirement contributions (10% once you

Employee Assistance Program

Paid sick leave

Descrizione del lavoro

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver seeks an Out-of-School Time Program Lead to guide a team in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for youth after school in Arvada, Colorado. You will lead activities, support staff, and ensure programs run smoothly while embodying the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Under the Site Director, you’ll help deliver exceptional customer service and relationship-building, observe behavior, and support daily OST delivery with up to

Competenze

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 months (460 hours) experience working with children under 13 required; youth-centered education preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire.
• Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience creating interactive and educational activities for youth.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Mansioni

• Assist in developing, planning, and implementing daily activities per YMCA philosophy and licensing.
• Implement risk management for safety and well-being of all children.
• Integrate YMCA character development into daily programming.
• Assist Supervisor and observe behavior and engagement for groups up to 15 youth.
• Proactively clean and repair program areas; maintain supplies and equipment.
• Attend all training courses, staff meetings and in-services.
• Follow dress code; staff shirts, name badge and closed-toe shoes.
• Be available for flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Conoscenze

Group management

Conflict resolution

Activity planning

Youth development

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

18+ years of age

Descrizione del lavoro

TIMES & DAYS - Hours available Monday - Friday afternoons from 2:15pm - 6:15pmThe hours after school are full of opportunity—and great leaders help make them meaningful.As an Out-of-School Time Program Lead, you’ll guide a team in creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where youth can learn, build friendships, and grow in confidence. From leading activities and supporting staff to helping programs run smoothly, you’ll play a key role in bringing the YMCA’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to life each day.POSITION SUMMARYThe Program Lead, working as part of the YMCA Center team, will help deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. Under the direction of the Site Director, the Program Lead is responsible for supporting the delivery of the OST program which includes behavior management and participant safety. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.OUR PATHFor 150 years, the YMCA of Metro Denver has been more than a place - it is a movement that lifts spirit, mind and body for all. Our direction is clear: Elevate Lives and Rise Together. Grounded by our mission and strengthened by the global YMCA movement we will elevate our people, purpose, partnerships and promise.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAssist in developing, planning, and implementing daily activities, in-service days, in accordance with YMCA philosophy and state licensing requirementsImplement risk management to provide safety and well-being of all childrenIntegrate YMCA character development program into daily programmingAssist Supervisor and help to observe behavior, activities, and engagement for groups of up to 15 youth.Proactively clean and/or repair program areas; maintain supplies and equipmentAttend all training courses, staff meetings and in-services without exceptionFollow dress code; require staff to adhere with staff shirts, name badge, closed-toes shoesMust be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays in accordance with location volume and eventsBe knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA Annual Support Campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plansWORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle, feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear• Be able to lift 40 pounds• Specific vision abilities are required including accurate sight up close, distant, peripheral and focus• Occasional exposure to wet conditions, and outdoor weather including UV sun rays• Noise level in the work environment is moderate to highYMCA CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION & RISK MANAGEMENTThe YMCA is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and vulnerable individuals. As part of our commitment to child abuse prevention and Praesidium accreditation standards, all employees are required to comply with YMCA abuse prevention policies, including screening, training, supervision, and reporting requirements.QUALIFICATIONSMinimum of 18 years of ageHigh school diploma or equivalent3 months (460 hours) experience working with children under 13 years of age required; experience in a youth centered educational learning environment preferred. Verified experience prior to hireExceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skillsExperience creating interactive and educational activities, youth development, academic enrichment and artsMust be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays in accordance with location volume and eventsCPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hireBENEFITSFree individual membershipProgram discountsGenerous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is metEmployee Assistance ProgramAccrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours workedPaid Time off for those scheduled and working 20+ per week