• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees
• Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund
• Be part of a team that is passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable environment for all staff, volunteers, and members
• Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities
• Complimentary Adult YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
• Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y!

• Create awareness and recruit pre-teens, teens and teens at area middle schools and high schools to the program
• Implement teen program curriculum with quality and fidelity according to YMCA and program standards.
• Maintain data and documentation on Teen Reach and After School Matters programming to meet program standards and funding requirements. Maintains and audits program files in conjunction with supervisor.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining community partnerships and linkages which support programming and recruitment
• Coordinates special events and speakers’ series.
• Participates in marketing and promotional activities

• Passion and commitment to the YMCA’s mission and vision and serving at-risk youth.
• Must be at least 21 years or age and/or 5 years older than the oldest child that participates in the program.
• Associates degree in related field and/or prior experience in working with youth and teens.
• Ability to effectively implement program curriculum with quality and fidelity.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement in interactions and program activities.
• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities and effectively organize work activities
• Meets physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

All YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago employees are required to support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members, or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

YMCA Vaccine Policy

We’re committed to the health and wellness of our employees, members, program participants, and those most vulnerable. If hired by the YMCA, you will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination no later than two (2) days prior to your start date unless an exemption for a medical condition or sincerely-held religious beliefs is granted.