Teen Advisor (Greenpoint YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,911 - 28,359; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Free YMCA membership

Career development opportunities

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York is hiring a part-time program staff member to supervise participants, plan and facilitate engaging lessons, and manage administrative data entry across systems. You will work to ensure safety, inclusivity, and adherence to health and funder standards across 24 branches.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience with teens, plus proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with training within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. College credits preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with pre-teens and teens (ages 13 and older).
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.
• Must complete the Mandated Reporter Training within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities and ensuring spaces are clean and supplies are well‑maintained.
• Plan, create, and facilitate lesson plans for all programs.
• Manage administrative data entry in various systems, including Youth Service.NET, coordinate participant paperwork, conduct program surveys, and meet all other requirements outlined by City agencies and the YMCA’s Teen Standards.
• Must be able to manage adolescent behaviour with respect, maturity, compassion, and encouragement.
• Develop positive relationships with the participants, their friends, and family members.
• Lead programming with a focus on Social Emotional Learning and skill development.
• Ability to work cooperatively with professional staff and other departments.
• Create an environment that is diverse, culturally sensitive, and relevant to the needs of teens.
• Actively participate in designated meetings, training sessions, and special events.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Skills

Inter personal skills

Leadership qualities

Comfortable with diverse youth and all

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College credits preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Adobe PageMaker

Photoshop

Job description

Part‑time / Regular, $17.52 hourly. The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers through programs and services at its 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities. To help fulfil 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities and ensuring spaces are clean and supplies are well‑maintained.
• Plan, create, and facilitate lesson plans for all programs.
• Manage administrative data entry in various systems, including Youth Service.NET, coordinate participant paperwork, conduct program surveys, and meet all other requirements outlined by City agencies and the YMCA’s Teen Standards.
• Must be able to manage adolescent behaviour with respect, maturity, compassion, and encouragement.
• Develop positive relationships with the participants, their friends, and family members.
• Lead programming with a focus on Social Emotional Learning and skill development.
• Ability to work cooperatively with professional staff and other departments.
• Create an environment that is diverse, culturally sensitive, and relevant to the needs of teens.
• Actively participate in designated meetings, training sessions, and special events.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.

Desired Skills & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. College credits preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with pre‑teens and teens (ages 13 and older).
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.
• Must complete the Mandated Reporter Training within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug‑free workplace. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.