SALARY: $25.26 - $32.48 P/H

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

The Harlem YMCA is seeking a Teen Coordinator who, under supervision of the Senior Site Director the purpose of this position is to assist in the management and supervision to all core programming for the teens population for the Harlem YMCA with support from part-time teen counselors. Responsibilities include assisting the Senior Site Director in the management of staff, program development, community development as well as the creation of recruitment and retention plan for Teens. The incumbent is charged with the responsibility of implementing Harlem YMCA, YMCA OF GREATER NY Association, and neighboring partners short and long range goals. The Teen Coordinator, along with support from the Teen Coordinator, and part-time teen counselors, is to implement and follow all the YMCA of Greater New York Teen, Youth & Family and Teen Program Standards. Support in the recruitment and retention of all teens.

Program Portfolio: Rowe Scholars, SYEP and Teen Center. Including any newly developed programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
• Responsible for supporting the Youth & Family Director in the creation and submission of all teen data
• Manage administrative data entry in various systems including Youth Service.NET, coordination of participant paperwork, conducting program surveys, and all other requirements outlined by City agencies and in the YMCA’s Teen Standards and Program Charts of Work.
• Planning, coordination, and implementation of program registration, program workshops, and special events with support from part-time teen counselors.
• Assist in the marketing and distribution of program information; help to compile program statistics.
• Help to develop, implement, and monitor program budget to meet fiscal objectives.
• Establish and maintain links with service providers in a range of settings including other CBOs, schools, and partnerships.
• Assist in fund development endeavors for the Youth & Family Department.
• Actively participate in designated meetings, training sessions and special events.
• Acts as the liaison to YMCA of Greater New York in regard to teen issues.
• Provides support to the Youth & Director regarding staff management and scheduling.
• Plan, create and facilitate in person lesson plans for all programs.
• Plan, create and facilitate virtual activities as needed using Zoom/Google Classroom as the platform.
• Must be able to manage adolescent behavior with respect, maturity, compassion and encouragement.
• Develop positive relationships with the participants, their friends and family members.
• Ability to work cooperatively with professional staff and other departments.
• Create remote and in person environment that is diverse, culturally sensitive and relevant to the needs of teens.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.
• Other activities and duties as needed that address the ongoing health and well-being of our staff and members.
• Follow and maintain sanitary habits in accordance with CDC guidelines.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent. College credits in the field of Education desired.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience working with teens / youth and planning activities.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Current First Aid / CPR / AED certifications preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, and leadership skills.

We offer an exciting and innovative work environment with a culture committed to serving all members of our community. As a leading not-for-profit, community service organization, our Association relies heavily on fundraising to support the wide range of programs we proudly provide the communities we serve. Our expectation is that all staff promotes participation of their branch fundraising efforts in some capacity.

Benefits:

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members including retirement benefits, medical, paid-time off, free YMCA membership and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (ie. full-time or part-time), tenure and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:

If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.

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