Youth Program Volunteer — Shape Young Lives This Season

Merrimack Valley YMCA; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Merrimack Valley YMCA in Lawrence, MA is seeking an Entry-level Seasonal role to support youth programs and the safe operation of activities. You will help supervise participants and assist with activity planning in a welcoming, community-focused environment.

This position emphasizes safety, inclusion, and delivering engaging youth programming while upholding the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to youth development and program safety.
• General proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Independently manage and facilitate activities for youth; manage groups including supervision, lesson planning, and attendance.
• Create an environment that is diverse, culturally sensitive, and relevant to the needs of youth.
• Work cooperatively with professional staff and other departments.
• Promote YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
• Perform additional duties as required by supervisor.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Merrimack Valley YMCA in Lawrence, MA is seeking an Entry-level Seasonal role to support youth programs and the safe operation of activities. You will help supervise participants and assist with activity planning in a welcoming, community-focused environment.

This position emphasizes safety, inclusion, and delivering engaging youth programming while upholding the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.