What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Development Instructors position at Keene Family YMCA?

Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Builds members' and the community's understanding of the YMCA's cause and impact. Supports and instructs programs in a variety of program areas at the YMCA in a safe, enjoyable, culturally aware, and positive environment that promotes youth development, social responsibility, and healthy living in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures with advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Program areas may include Gymnastics, Ninja, Fitness, PE, Teens, Climbing, Aquatics, Arts and Humanities, Membership, Childcare and School Age Programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y's commitment to DEIB and the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility and responds to all member and community inquiries in a timely manner.
Leads energizing, fun, culturally aware, safe, and educational programs as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals.
Builds effective, culturally aware, authentic relationships with members; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA using a DEI lens.
Help to establish new program activities and expand programs in Y youth sports, youth, and teen programs with a focus on youth development and healthy living in accordance with strategic operating plans
Participates in staff meetings and / or related meetings.
Upholds all YMCA policies, procedures, standards, and code of conduct.
Be self-motivated and can work independently or as a team member.

BENEFITS :

FREE Membership to the Y

Flexible schedules

Professional development opportunities

401a retirement plan with company match, plus option to contribute to a 403b retirement savings account

The opportunity to work for a mission-driven organization and to make a real difference in the lives of others in your community

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Meets 80% to 100% of the following qualifications :

1-2 years related experience working with youth in a recreation setting or similar

Ability to perform duties with professionalism, enthusiasm, kindness, empathy, care, honesty, and respect.

Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

PREFERED LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS :

5 years of experience working with youth.

Must have had coaching or teaching experience.

A certificate in DEI or extensive training and work experience.

All employees and volunteers that are approved to receive the COVID-19 vaccine are required to do so unless a reasonable accommodation is approved.

All positions require passing a background check.

The Keene Family YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital or family status.

Salary Description

hourly - pay grade 6

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