Youth Center Staff

Hampshire Regional YMCA; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The Hampshire Regional YMCA is seeking motivated Youth Center staff to supervise and guide kids after school in a dedicated Youth Center space. You will lead themed activities, help with crafts and games, and build positive relationships with youth and their families.

Ideal candidates are at least 16 years old, enjoy working with children, and can commit 2:30–7:30pm on weekdays. Childcare experience is preferred, and benefits include a free YMCA membership and potential 403(b) participation.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.

Responsibilities

• Supervise youth in the Youth Center to ensure safety and rule adherence.
• Plan and lead fun, age-appropriate activities including sports, arts and crafts, and more.
• Collaborate with coworkers and share ideas to create a supportive program environment.
• Build positive relationships with youth and their families and communicate effectively.
• Keep the program space clean, organized, and safe; set up activities and materials.

Skills

Supervision

Activity planning

Communication

Teamwork

Child engagement

Job description

Do you want to positively influence the lives of children and youth, encourage families to adopt healthy habits, and meet the needs of your community? The Hampshire YMCA is looking for motivated Youth Center staff to supervise and guide kids during the operation of drop-in Youth Center. This space is meant to be an engaging, productive location for kids to occupy themselves after school, with support from our YMCA staff. The space is equipped with a wide variety of craft and game supplies, pool table and other recreational games, as well as comfortable seating and spaces to do projects and homework.Job Duties:Supervise youth utilizing the Youth Center ensuring they are safe, following the rules, and behaving appropriately.Plan and lead fun, age-appropriate activities based on different themes including sports, arts and crafts, and moreWork collaboratively with coworkers, sharing ideas and helping each other.Build positive relationships and rapport with youth and their families.Keep program space clean, safe and organized.Set up activities and materials.Must be at least 16 years of ageChildcare experience preferredAvailability from 2:30-7:30pm on weekdays requiredShould enjoy working with children and familiesDiligence in communicationBenefits include a free membership to the Y and the opportunity to participate in a 403(b).