Youth Programs Coordinator — Community Impact Leader

Mass Transit magazine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

The Flatbush YMCA in New York is seeking a Program Coordinator to develop, implement, deliver, supervise, and evaluate the programs at the branch and/or its off-sites, if applicable. The coordinator will focus on program quality and service delivery as well as staff training and development, including Activity Specialists and Program Aides.

The role requires ensuring participant health and safety, maintaining accurate program documentation, and supervising staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in youth programs.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint; knowledge of Access, PageMaker and Photoshop preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse youth and adults.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants with appropriate supervision.
• Maintain participant files, attendance, and program documentation.
• Supervise Activity Specialists, Counselors, Advisors, and Volunteers in program delivery.
• Collaborate with professional staff, teachers, and school staff.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming environment for all participants.
• Create a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere accommodating diverse needs.
• Develop marketing flyers, update bulletin boards, and prepare a monthly newsletter.
• Serve as a positive role model for participants.
• Coordinate equipment and supplies with the Site Director.
• Communicate YMCA core values to participants and caregivers.
• Engage with parents through regular updates on child progress.
• Attend trainings, meetings, and special events.
• Adhere to health, YMCA, and funder standards and regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Diversity awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Adobe PageMaker

Photoshop

Job description

The Flatbush YMCA in New York is seeking a Program Coordinator to develop, implement, deliver, supervise, and evaluate the programs at the branch and/or its off-sites, if applicable. The coordinator will focus on program quality and service delivery as well as staff training and development, including Activity Specialists and Program Aides.

The role requires ensuring participant health and safety, maintaining accurate program documentation, and supervising staff and volunteers.