Family Engagement Coordinator - YMCA of the North Shore
Family Engagement Coordinator - YMCA of the North Shore
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23-05-2025
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23-05-2025
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Are you passionate about supporting families and building strong community connections Do you thrive in a role where you can create meaningful engagement opportunities while connecting families to vital resources If so the YMCA of the North Shore is looking for a Family Engagement Specialist to join our team!About the RoleAs a Family Engagement Specialist you will play a key role in fostering relationships with families organizing engagement activities and ensuring that YMCA programs remain inclusive and accessible. Your work will strengthen community connections provide essential resources and create a welcoming environment for ResponsibilitiesFamily Engagement & Outreach* Lead family engagement efforts by organizing events workshops and community outreach activities.* Serve as the primary contact for families seeking YMCA membership programs and support services.* Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all Collaboration & Resource Development* Represent the YMCA at Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) meetings to stay informed about family support initiatives.* Maintain and distribute a comprehensive list of community resources including child care support employment services and government assistance programs.* Partner with local schools to support children and families transitioning into & Advocacy* Assist with newsletters social media and website updates to ensure families receive timely and relevant information.* Promote culturally inclusive practices within YMCA programs including diverse holiday celebrations and multilingual resources.* Advocate for family needs and help remove barriers to & Event Coordination* Support and coordinate familyfriendly YMCA events ensuring smooth logistics and participant engagement.* Organize community donation drives (e.g. coats backpacks school supplies) to meet the needs of families.* Assist families in navigating YMCA and community services including EEC programs and financial assistance Were Looking For* Passion for family engagement and community building.* Experience working in outreach family support or a similar role.* Strong relationshipbuilding and communication skills.* Ability to collaborate with community partners schools and local organizations.* Multilingual abilities are a plus!Why Work for the YAt the YMCA youre more than an employeeyoure part of a missiondriven organization dedicated to making a difference.* Professional Growth: Paid training development and advancement opportunities across seven YMCA locations.* Health Benefits: Medical dental and employerfunded life insurance for fulltime staff.* Generous Time Off: Two weeks paid vacation plus sick and personal time for fulltime employees.* Retirement Plan: 12% company contribution to your retirement fund (vested no match required).* Free Y Membership: Access to swim classes fitness programs discounts on childcare camp and more!Be part of a team that supports your career health and wellbeing while making a difference in your community!Ready to make an impact Apply today!REQUIRED SKILLS:* Bachelors degree in Human Services Education Social Work or a related field.* Minimum of 2 years of experience in family engagement education or community outreach.* Fluency in Spanish is preferred.* Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to relate effectively to and advocate for diverse groups of people from all social and economic backgrounds.* Strong ability to facilitate inclusive family programming and work with diverse Environment & Physical Demands* Ability to travel between locations for community engagement and supervision.* Flexible schedule required including evenings and weekends for family events.* Ability to stand or sit for extended periods while maintaining alertness.* Position may require bending kneeling leaning and walking.* Occasional lifting of materials up to 20 lbs.* Ability to speak concisely communicate effectively and lead group discussions.* Comfortable with public speaking and community YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race color religious creed protected genetic information national origin ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability or veterans status.
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