Youth Program Lead: Energetic Group Leader

Old Colony YMCA; Plympton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Colony YMCA in Plympton, Massachusetts, is seeking a Senior Group Leader to help create a safe, welcoming environment for school-age children at 80 Crescent Street, Plympton, MA 02367. You’ll lead activities, supervise staff, and model kindness while ensuring licensing requirements are met.

The role demands high energy, creativity, and dependable teamwork. You’ll engage kids, manage daily program tasks, and may work early mornings, evenings, and weekends to create a positive, fun, and safe

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of age.
• B.S. or B.A. with 9 months experience with school age children, or High School diploma or equivalent plus 1 year working with school age.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.
• Evidence of physical examination within last 12 months.
• Negative Mantoux TB test and immunity for measles, mumps, and rubella.
• Ability to create and sustain a culture of excellence and work and thrive as part of a cohesive team.
• Ability to lift/move heavy equipment and clean when necessary.
• Will sometimes work early morning, late nights and weekends.
• Strong oral communication skills required for occasional public speaking responsibilities.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift up to 75lbs on occasion and 40lbs frequently (children) and move intermittently during work hours.
• Ability to thoroughly understand Y-USA's three focus areas: Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility; proven ability to identify and meet the needs of the health seeker

Responsibilities

• Bring energy and engage kids in activities.
• Lead games, crafts, and experiences that children will enjoy.
• Model kindness, teamwork, and respect.
• Build connections and help each child feel seen and valued.
• Be creative, flexible, and ready to adapt when plans change.
• Support the team and site coordinators to create a positive experience.
• Keep kids safe and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Assist with setup, cleanup, organization, transitions, and daily program tasks.
• Take on additional responsibility and gain hands-on experience with day-to-day operations.

Skills

Energy

Creativity

Teamwork

Public speaking

Leadership

Communication

Adaptability

Reliability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma or equivalent + experience

Job description

Old Colony YMCA in Plympton, Massachusetts, is seeking a Senior Group Leader to help create a safe, welcoming environment for school-age children at 80 Crescent Street, Plympton, MA 02367. You’ll lead activities, supervise staff, and model kindness while ensuring licensing requirements are met.

The role demands high energy, creativity, and dependable teamwork. You’ll engage kids, manage daily program tasks, and may work early mornings, evenings, and weekends to create a positive, fun, and safe