Teen Programs Leader - Part-Time SEL & Mentorship

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The Prospect Park YMCA is seeking a Teen Advisor to support teen programs under the Teen Coordinator. You will supervise activities, lead the Teen Center and related programs, and help recruit participants while ensuring proper documentation and reporting.

You will plan lessons, manage data in Youth Service.NET, work respectfully with teens, collaborate across departments, and help achieve program outcomes while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. College credits preferred.
• Minimum of one 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 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 behavior 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

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Diversity awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

College credits preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Adobe PageMaker

Photoshop

Job description

The Prospect Park YMCA is seeking a Teen Advisor to support teen programs under the Teen Coordinator. You will supervise activities, lead the Teen Center and related programs, and help recruit participants while ensuring proper documentation and reporting.

You will plan lessons, manage data in Youth Service.NET, work respectfully with teens, collaborate across departments, and help achieve program outcomes while upholding health and safety standards.