Youth Programs Leader – After School & Camp

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF BOULDER VALLEY; Johnstown (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF BOULDER VALLEY is seeking a Part Time Program Leader for the Johnstown YMCA in Johnstown, CO. The role focuses on guiding school age and day camp activities, ensuring safety, and delivering high-quality experiences aligned with YMCA values.

The position requires leadership of children, adherence to licensing and health standards, and the ability to work with staff, parents, and community members.

Qualifications

• Meets Program Leader qualifications as stated by the State of Colorado Department of Human Services Child Care division.
• 480 verifiable hours of experience working with 4 or more children ages 5-18.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience in K-5th grade program development – preferably in a licensed program.
• Ability to implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities and relate to children.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Typical requirements within 30 days of hire include completion of: Child Abuse Prevention for Supervisory Staff; CPR; First Aid; AED; Bloodborne Pathogens.

Responsibilities

• Independently leads and supervises children in small and large group activities.
• Adheres to program standards including safety, licensing, and health department standards.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintains an open, friendly, professional relationship with staff, parents, participants and community members.
• Maintains confidentiality of YMCA issues, incidents and records.
• Is on time for all shifts; and is flexible to accommodate unexpected schedule changes, including full days.
• Provides leadership and support to Program Aides and Volunteers.
• Practices positive guidance and preventative discipline techniques to participants with natural consequences in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures and expectations.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings (completes all Traininghome requirements).
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.

Job description

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF BOULDER VALLEY is seeking a Part Time Program Leader for the Johnstown YMCA in Johnstown, CO. The role focuses on guiding school age and day camp activities, ensuring safety, and delivering high-quality experiences aligned with YMCA values.

The position requires leadership of children, adherence to licensing and health standards, and the ability to work with staff, parents, and community members.