Youth Sports Coordinator

the Y; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate YPPI Coordinator to implement the Y Positive Play Initiative. This role involves engaging youth, organizing site-specific programs, and ensuring all children have access to enriching activities. You'll work in a supportive environment that values community impact and personal growth. With opportunities for flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work culture, this position is perfect for those who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. Join a team dedicated to fostering a healthy, inclusive community and enjoy the perks of working at a leading non-profit organization.

Benefits

FREE Family Membership

Discounted Access to Programs

Flexible Scheduling

Family-friendly Work Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate's preferred.
• 2 years in recreation setting preferred.
• CPR & First Aid certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Organizes meals and materials for program sites.
• Maintains cleanliness of delivery vehicle and facility.
• Promotes program awareness at mobile sites.

Skills

Youth Engagement

Program Planning

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Equivalent College Credits

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

FIND A CAREER THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring at the Y Positive Play Initiative South Oakland YMCA

YMCA Employee Benefits

• FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
• Flexible Scheduling
• Family-friendly Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

General Function

The YPPI Coordinator will be responsible for implementing the Y Positive Play Initiative (YPPI) - Y on the Fly mobile components for the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit service area by promoting site development, program awareness, youth engagement and ensuring that all children have access to the program.

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

• At minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent is required (18+ years of age). Associates degree or equivalent college credits preferred (2+ years).
• 2 years of experience working in a recreation setting is preferred, not required.
• Experiences in administration, youth supervision, program planning is preferred, not required.
• Completion of CPR & First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, etc. within 30 days of hire.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Organizes meals and materials according to site-specific preferences.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness inside the delivery vehicle and production facility.
• Collects, checks, and verifies records.
• Pickup / receive occasional orders from our suppliers.
• Maintain excellent communication with YPPI site team and Program Supervisor, participants/parents, site partners and volunteers.
• Assists with delivery of supplies to designated sites inclusive of sports equipment/kits and healthy snack and beverages.
• Serves and trains additional staff, interns or volunteers as requested.
• Abides by all determined program practices and safety requirements and protocols.
• Implements programs through standardized processes and procedures that support program quality and impact include of the collection of data for evaluation measures.
• Promotes program and additional resources (via flyers, marketing info, etc.) at mobile sites and with community partners adjacent to mobile sites.
• Performs other assigned duties as directed by Supervisor.

Abilities & Skills

• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations (depending upon the programs).

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page: ymcadetroit.org/careers.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (“YMCA”) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.