What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teen Center Lead position at BR Ryall YMCA?
Under the direct supervision of the Aquatics and Teen Programming Director, the Teen Center Lead is responsible for providing leadership to middle and high school teens in the Teen Center during drop-in hours of 3:45–6:45 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Teen Center Lead is responsible for creating a welcoming and engaging environment for teens, fostering a safe place for all. The Teen Center Lead must be dedicated to serving our youth in following the Y’s core values (Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility) and in the areas of educational assistance, character development and social growth.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Provides day-to-day direction and supervision in the Teen Center during drop-in hours.
2. Promotes and maintains an environment that will provide a positive experience for all participants.
3. Brainstorms new activities/program ideas for teens. Assists Director in planning, promoting and facilitating activities for teens.
4. Assists students with schoolwork, as needed.
5. Monitors, guides and redirects teens’ behaviors; and provides appropriate discipline, as necessary.
6. Provides support, positive role modeling and guidance to teens.
7. Organizes and maintains all equipment and supplies in the Teen Center rooms.
8. Attends in-person trainings and online coursework on child abuse and prevention.
9. Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations, and follows mandated reporter requirements.
10. Other duties as assigned.
YMCA CORE VALUES:
Caring: Demonstrates a sincere concern for others, for their needs and well-being. Shows compassion, forgiveness, generosity and kindness.
Honesty: Tells the truth, demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness through actions that are in keeping with stated positions and beliefs. A person of integrity and fairness.
Respect: Treats others as they would like to be treated. Values the worth of every individual, including themselves. Shows acceptance, empathy, self-respect and tolerance.
Responsibility: Does what is right. Accountable for their choices of behavior, actions and promises. Shows commitment, courage, good health, service, professionalism and citizenship.
YMCA COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement: Models the Y’s values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fund-raising.
Collaboration: Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.
Operational Effectiveness: Assists in the development of plans and manages best practices through engagement of teams. Holds themselves accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress.
Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. Continually strives for improvement and the pursuit of personal/professional development.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
2. Two years of college coursework preferred. Working towards a degree in education or a related field is a plus.
3. Must have previous experience working in a group setting, supervising children.
4. Must have previous experience planning and implementing appropriate age programs for middle and high school students.
5. Previous experience supervising other staff a plus.
6. Must have capacity to make decisions and communicate effectively with participants and parents, as needed.
7. Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
8. Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work Monday - Friday between 3:30–7 p.m.
9. Applicants must have, or obtain, First Aid/CPR certification within the first 60 days of employment.
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- working with kids/teens: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person