Teen Leader - East Boston

YMCA of Greater Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE YMCA Membership

Discount on Specialty Programs

Discounted or FREE family membership

Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%

Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package

Vacation and Sick Time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Boston is seeking a Teen Leader for the East Boston YMCA. This role involves developing and supervising teen programs, ensuring compliance with YMCA policies, and engaging students in safe, creative activities. Candidates should be at least 21 years old with youth programming experience. Required certifications include CPR and First Aid. Benefits include a free YMCA membership, comprehensive health coverage, and a strong retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old.
• Experience in youth programming required, with a preference for teen-focused programming.
• CPR, First Aid & other program-specific certifications required upon or after hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality programs for middle and high school students.
• Coordinate with management to ensure a safe environment for youth.
• Plan and engage teens in daily activities based on their interests.

Skills

Youth Programming Experience

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Overview

Teen Leaders are responsible for teen program/club development, supervision, recruitment/retention and implementation of the Y’s teen programs and fostering relationships with middle/high school students at their YMCA’s/program. Under the supervision of the Regional Teen Director your role will include facilitating small group activities, modeling and reinforcing our character traits — responsibility, caring, honesty, and respect throughout the program as well as providing a safe environment for all the young people at your YMCA.

Department: Teen Development

Location: East Boston YMCA

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour

Responsibilities

• Help to develop and implement quality programs to meet the needs of middle and high school students, ensuring that YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures are being enforced and respected.
• Work with the Teen Director to set goals and review the standards in the implementation of activities that foster creativity and awareness including various cultural, educational, recreational, environmental and social issues.
• Work with the management team of YMCA to coordinate service delivery and ensure a youth/teen “friendly and safe” environment.
• Facilitate, plan and engage teens in daily clubs based on teen interest and following Safe for You, Safe for Us guidelines (COVID-19 Safety Protocols).
• Maintain and monitor enrollment and participation in Y programs.
• Ensure that teens participate in all required training, special events, and community collaborations.
• Support the Regional Teen Program Director with the recruitment of teens in the community.
• Attend YMCA, community, collaborative and other meetings as requested by the Regional Teen Program Director.
• Maintain and care for all program areas and supplies.
• Meet all reporting and tracking requirements for collaborative programs.
• Communicate program information, problems and concerns as they occur.
• Abide by established YMCA policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines; ask when in doubt.
• Remain current in required and voluntary training in order to promote Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.
• Job performance will be evaluated every 30 days by supervisor to ensure quality program is being delivered.
• Adhere to the Association Teen Development Agenda.
• Perform duties as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications

• 21+ years old
• Youth Programming Experience Required. Teen programming specific experience preferred.
• CPR, First Aid & other program specific certifications required upon or after hire.

Benefits

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
• A healthy work/life balance
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• FREE YMCA Membership for you.
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
• Discounted or FREE family membership.
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)