Youth Leader: Flexible Schedule to Empower Youth

Ymca Of The Inland Northwest; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership (<19 hours/week)

Program discounts

Paid sick time

Family enrollment for dependents

Child Watch benefits

Flexible schedules

Learning opportunities

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Ymca Of The Inland Northwest in Spokane, WA is seeking a part-time Youth Leader to support before/after school programs and day camps for school-age children. The role emphasizes nurturing youth, building relationships with families, and promoting YMCA values in a childcare setting.

You will assist the Site Director, engage youth, and uphold safety and ADA policies while traveling to multiple local sites. This position offers flexible schedules and community-focused work.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Upon job offer, 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

The Ymca Of The Inland Northwest in Spokane, WA is seeking a part-time Youth Leader to support before/after school programs and day camps for school-age children. The role emphasizes nurturing youth, building relationships with families, and promoting YMCA values in a childcare setting.

You will assist the Site Director, engage youth, and uphold safety and ADA policies while traveling to multiple local sites. This position offers flexible schedules and community-focused work.