Youth Development Coordinator

Greater Peoria Family YMCA; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Membership

Discounted Programming

Free CPR/AED/First Aid Training

8% Retirement for Vested Employees

Paid Leave For All

Training & Advancement

Job summary

Greater Peoria Family YMCA is hiring a Youth Development Coordinator to oversee youth programming from preschool through 4th grade, before/after care, and related activities. The role ensures program effectiveness, manages facilities, and maintains records in a community-focused YMCA setting.

Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years of supervision, an associate degree or equivalent, and ability to engage diverse families while adhering to safety and ADA requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 1–2 years of childcare program supervision or coordination.
• 21+ years old.
• Complete required YMCA trainings (CPR/First Aid/AED, etc.).
• Ability to relate to diverse communities and ADA compliance.
• Fulfillment of state Hiring standards and YMCA program training.

Responsibilities

• Manages school-age programming across pre‑K to 4th grade and after-school sites.
• Secures and maintains facilities; schedules activities; maintains program records.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and ADA accommodations; monitor safety procedures.
• Assist in developing new youth programs and staff recruitment.
• Collaborate with families, staff and community partners to maximize impact.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Diversity & inclusion

Communication skills

ADA compliance awareness

Childcare program admin

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Job description

Overview

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Youth Development Coordinator at the Greater Peoria Family YMCA oversees/assists/facilitates the development and operations of the overall child care pre-school through 4th grade programming, before and after care sites, school's day out/camp intercessions, and Strong Kids Toddler Watch, ensuring the program meets its intended goals.

Responsibilities

• Manages the school-age pre-school through 4th grade programming including before and after school care sites, school’s day out/camp intercessions, and strong kids toddler watch, compiling program statistics to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in the program; securing, scheduling, and maintaining the needed facilities; creating and scheduling the activities or events; and maintaining program records or files.
• Ensures programs and services meet community needs to include supervising existing program activities, establishing new program activities, and expanding the program within the community as needed. Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information.
• Assures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as they relate to program areas, including ADA accommodations where appropriate; ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed.
• Reviews program plans and records to ensure consistency with evidence-based best practices.
• Assists in recruiting and hiring diverse staff and volunteer teams across multiple dimensions of diversity. Maintains staff schedules and evaluates staff performance.
• Assists in the development of new youth programs alongside the Youth Development Director and other members of the YMCA leadership.
• Models' professional relationship-building skills in all interactions; develops and maintains collaborative relationships with staff, parents and caregivers, and community organizations (e.g., state childcare licensing agency, school administration) to maximize program impact and drive overall outcomes; maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility.
• Organizes or participates in Y activities, such as committees, special events, and fundraising.
• Performs other duties and expectations as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred.
• One to two years of related experience (e.g., supervisor or coordinator of childcare programs) preferred.
• Minimum age of 21.
• Within 30 days of hire, completion of Child Abuse Prevention, Working with Program Volunteers, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens training.
• Fulfillment of state-specific hiring standards and completion of YMCA program-specific training.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.

Benefits

• Free Membership
• Discounted Programming
• Free CPR/AED/First Aid Training
• 8% Retirement for Vested Employees
• Paid Leave For All
• Opportunities for Training and Advancement
• Work That Makes a Lasting Difference

Posted Salary Range

USD $18.25 - USD $25.00 /Hr.