Youth and Family Programs Supervisor

Our Commitment to Equity
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Job Summary

Provides day-to-day supervision of youth development and family programs which includes but is not limited to youth sports and wellness recreation and enrichment Kids Club/Kids Zone family activities and teen programs. This position will serve on an engaging and dynamic team playing a key role in ensuring planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and lessons plans are provided to participants. You will oversee a safe high-quality program providing day-to-day support of the programs. You will supervise and evaluate the staff and volunteers including hiring and training maintaining required staff/child ratios and conducting regular staff meetings. This role plays an important part of helping maintain professional relationships with families facility/school personnel and the community.

Whatyoullget from working at the Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Medical Dental Vision and Life Insurance
• Retirement with generous employer contributions
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidlyaccruingpaid time off (PTO)
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare day camp overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs
  25% for part-time staff 50% for full-time staff

*Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Hiring Range: $24.00 - $26.40/hour DOE

• Supervises the delivery of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities for assigned program areas.
• Hires trains supervises and evaluates staff and volunteers. Assists in conducting staff meetings and trainings.
• Professionally engages with parents/guardians to provide pertinent information about their childs experience and to promote upcoming programs.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures including those related to medical and disciplinary situations child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Provides direct supervision to a group of children as needed.
• Maintains required records according to YMCA standards including attendance records registration information accident reports and discipline records.
• Recruits new enrollments.
• Ensures that site supplies are maintained and purchased as necessary.
• May assist with developing and monitoring department budgets.
• Encourages member involvement identifies potential volunteers and assists with the Annual Campaign.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies maintaining appropriate boundaries completing required training reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened trained supervised and held accountable to the organizations abuse risk management standards.

• 21 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering programming in one or more of the following areas; child care youth sports wellness recreation or camp.
• Three or more years of experience working with children.
• One year or more of supervisory experience.
• Strong customer service skills responding to multiple questions via phone email and in person. Ability to problem solve and resolve conflict.
• Strong computer skills and experience working with word processing spreadsheet and database software.
• Knowledge of standard office equipment such as fax machines copiers and phone systems.
• Current state approved first-aid certification.*
• Current state approved infant/child (or community if school aged) CPR certification.*
  
  * At hire or earliest possible training (but no later than 90 days after employment).

PREFERRED POSITION ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS

• College applicable education training and experience which provide the knowledge abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
• Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language culture race physical activity sexual orientation etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

Youll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you:

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment
• Are very adaptable
• Have high ownership and strong work ethic
• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet
• Truly enjoy being of service to people
• Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoy working together
• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better stronger community for all

At the Seattle Y we are an inclusive organization ofpeople with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth promote healthy living and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supportingthe wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefitof employment.

Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities.

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by local state or federal law.

We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.

If you need assistance of any kind with the application process reach out to or the HR department at 206.382.5082.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Building a community where all people especially the young are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit mind and body.

OUR VALUES:

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence