Youth Leader — Flexible Part-Time YMCA Role with Benefits

Ymca Of The Inland Northwest; Spokane Valley (WA); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 29 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Free YMCA membership

Paid sick time

Family discounts for programs

Flexible schedules

Retirement plan

Résumé du poste

YMCA of the Inland Northwest is seeking a part-time Youth Leader at the Valley Branch in Spokane Valley, WA to engage school-age children in before/after school programs and day camps. You will support programming, model YMCA core values, and foster positive relationships with youth and families.

The role involves traveling to local sites, adapting activities for inclusion, and ensuring a safe, organized environment while maintaining strong communication with families and staff.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Must register in MERIT system, apply for a Portable Background Clearance and Fingerprints, and complete program-specific trainings.
• Ten STARS hours must be completed each year.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Proof of MMR vaccination required for this position.

Responsabilités

• Supports the program and activities for the assigned location, and travels to local sites to deliver engaging curriculum for before/after school programs and day camps serving excited school age children.
• Supervises and nurtures children in our local school districts who are participating in purposeful programming and other exciting classroom activities, making ADA accommodations where appropriate.
• Provides opportunities for youth to lead, problem solve, and make decisions and choices within the program, teaching and practicing YMCA core values of Honesty, Respect, Caring, and Responsibility.
• Provides and welcomes ongoing dialogue with families about their child’s needs and progress, connecting families to the work of the YMCA.
• Maintain program site, equipment, and ensures the site is clean, safe, and organized for staff and youth to enjoy
• Attends family nights, program activities, and staff trainings, engaging with staff and participants at meaningful events and completing required training.
• Follows all safety, emergency, and child abuse prevention policies, procedures, and standards as established and implemented by law, the Site Director, and the Y. Reports and maintain proper documentation of incidents/accidents as they occur.
• Follows guidelines for preparing, serving, and tracking meals/snacks

Connaissances

Age 18+

Description du poste

YMCA of the Inland Northwest is seeking a part-time Youth Leader at the Valley Branch in Spokane Valley, WA to engage school-age children in before/after school programs and day camps. You will support programming, model YMCA core values, and foster positive relationships with youth and families.

The role involves traveling to local sites, adapting activities for inclusion, and ensuring a safe, organized environment while maintaining strong communication with families and staff.