Youth Development Leader: Flexible Hours & Impact

YMCA of Greater Houston; Katy (TX); Hybrid; USD 3,400 - 4,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA Membership

Discounts on YMCA programs

Paid training and professional develop

Leadership growth pathways

Flexible schedules

Impactful community work

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a Youth Development Leader for before/after-school and day camp programs serving Katy ISD, Conroe ISD, and Humble ISD. A temporary $3.00 per hour stipend is provided in addition to base pay for eligible locations.

You will create a safe, fun, and enriching environment for youth, lead activities, and build strong relationships with families and staff while upholding YMCA values and licensing standards.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Six months of experience working with youth in a licensed facility, school, church, or similar setting
• CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention training (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to plan and lead age-appropriate activities
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Ability to pass state/local background checks and fingerprinting
• TB test and any required immunizations per state/local guidelines

Responsibilities

• Keep children safe, engaged, and accounted for at all times. Monitor activities, conduct headcounts, and respond confidently to any situation using YMCA policies and training.
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment by using positive behavior-management techniques.
• Bring the YMCA curriculum to life through games, projects, and hands-on learning.
• Demonstrate honesty, respect, responsibility, caring, and faith in everything you do.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe program space that meets YMCA and state licensing standards.
• Connect with children, families, school staff, and your YMCA team to build a positive community.
• Follow all child-protection policies, ensure proper sign-in/out procedures, and maintain vigilant supervision of all program areas.

Skills

Youth development

Communication

Group management

Cultural competence

Teamwork

Job description

YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a Youth Development Leader for before/after-school and day camp programs serving Katy ISD, Conroe ISD, and Humble ISD. A temporary $3.00 per hour stipend is provided in addition to base pay for eligible locations.

You will create a safe, fun, and enriching environment for youth, lead activities, and build strong relationships with families and staff while upholding YMCA values and licensing standards.