The Role
Develops and implements programs for middle and high school students, supervises and engages teens, supports recruitment and retention, maintains safe program environments, monitors enrollment and participation, coordinates training and community activities, maintains program areas and supplies, and completes required reporting. The role also models YMCA character values and follows organizational policies, procedures, safety protocols, and teen development standards.
Summary Generated by Built In
Teen Leaders are responsible for teen program/club development, supervision, recruitment/retention and implementation of the Y’s teen programs and fostering relationships with middle/high schools students at their YMCA’s/program. Under the supervision of the Regional Teen Director your role will include facilitating small group activities, modeling & reinforcing our character traits- responsibility, caring, honesty, and respect throughout the program as well as provide a safe environment for all the young people at your YMCA.
Key Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES:
- Help to develop and implement quality programs to meet the needs of middle and high school students, ensuring that YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures are being enforced and respected.
- Work with the Teen Director, to set goals and review the standards in the implementation of activities that foster creativity and awareness including various cultural, educational, recreational, environmental and social issues.
- Work with the management team of YMCA to coordinate service delivery and ensure a youth/teen “friendly and safe” environment.
- Facilitate, plan and engage teens in daily clubs based on teen interest and following our Safe for You, Safe for Us guidelines (COVID-19 Safety Protocols)
- Maintain and monitor enrollment and participation in Y programs.
- Ensure that teens participate in all required training, special events, and community collaborations.
- Support the Regional Teen Program Director with the recruitment of teens in community.
- Attend YMCA, community, collaborative and other meetings as requested by the Regional Teen Program Director.
- Maintain and care for all program areas and supplies.
- Meet all reporting and tracking requirements for collaborative programs.
- Communicate program information, problems and concerns as they occur.
- Abide by established YMCA policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines; ask when in doubt.
- Remain current in required and voluntary training in order to promote Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.
- Job performance will be evaluated every 30 days by supervisor to ensure quality program is being delivered.
- Adhere to the Association Teen Development Agenda
- Perform duties as requested by supervisor.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Education/Experience:
- 21+ years old
- Youth Programing Experience Required. Teen programming specific experience preferred.
- CPR, First Aid & other program specific certifications required upon or after hire.
Benefits
Why work at the Y?
The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:
- Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
- Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
- Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
- Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
- A healthy work/life balance
- Comprehensive benefits including:
- FREE YMCA Membership for you.
- Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
- Discounted or FREE family membership.
- Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
- Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)
About
The YMCA of Greater Boston is the largest social services provider in Massachusetts. Through our network of facilities and program sites, the YMCA provides health and wellness programming, child care, summer camp, youth sports, and teen leadership programs, as well as work-force development and community outreach. The YMCA of Greater Boston 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 veteran's status.
Skills Required
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Youth programming experience
- Teen programming experience
- CPR certification
- First Aid certification
- Other program-specific certifications
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The Company
What We Do
YMCA of Greater Boston is a community-focused nonprofit working to strengthen health and well-being for individuals and families throughout Greater Boston. Its programs span youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, including fitness and aquatics, youth sports, early education and after-school programs, camps, food access, workforce development, and housing support. It aims to create welcoming places and opportunities for people of all backgrounds.
