Youth Development Specialist - Flexible Schedule & Perks

YMCA of The Inland Northwest; Washington; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Paid sick time

Flexible schedules

Retirement plan

Job summary

YMCA of the Inland Northwest, North Spokane branch, is seeking a part-time Youth Development Staff to supervise and lead activities for children from 6 weeks to 11 years old. The role focuses on safety, program quality, and family engagement at the North Branch, Spokane, WA.

You will collaborate with families, develop enrichment activities, and support staff through regular meetings and committees. Prior YMCA trainings and youth experience are valued assets for applicants.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Two years of experience working with youth aged 6 weeks-11 years preferred.
• Completion of YMCA program-specific trainings upon hire.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists or leads program development and implementation, typically including fun activities such as crafts, games, sports, and special events for youth and families
• Maintains accurate and complete participant attendance logs within the program, also ensuring positive participant engagement.
• Supervise, support, and maintain a safe environment where youth can experience positive emotional and social development
• Knows, reviews, and applies all safety, emergency, and child abuse prevention policies and procedures, responding to emergency situations in accordance with YMCA protocol
• Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with families about their child’s participation in activities, behaviors, and related topics, connecting families to the YMCA.
• Participates as a member of assigned committees, attends regular staff meetings, and promotes the YMCA throughout the local community

Skills

Youth development

Supervision

Family communication

Safety policies

Committee participation

Job description

YMCA of the Inland Northwest, North Spokane branch, is seeking a part-time Youth Development Staff to supervise and lead activities for children from 6 weeks to 11 years old. The role focuses on safety, program quality, and family engagement at the North Branch, Spokane, WA.

You will collaborate with families, develop enrichment activities, and support staff through regular meetings and committees. Prior YMCA trainings and youth experience are valued assets for applicants.