What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator - Y Achievers position at YMCA Of Greater Hartford?
Job Title: Program Coordinator – Y Achievers
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Grade:
Primary Department: Youth Development
Reports to: Youth Development Director
Revision Date: 03/14/2025 Leadership Level: Leader
This is a seasonal position.
This role starts in August 2025 and ends May 2026.
The YMCA of Greater Hartford is an association open to all committed to helping people reach their potential in spirit, mind, and body. Our commitment is based on the belief that the purpose of this three-fold development is to live out the values of Caring, Honest, Respect and Responsibility.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Youth Development Director, The Youth Development Coordinator is responsible for overseeing Youth Development branch program, Y Achievers. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing and implementing program curriculum. This position will oversee all part-time staff, scheduling, training, and provide program instruction.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Youth Development Coordinator serves as a professional role model for youth enrolled in the Program.
- Oversee program development, scheduling, registration and evaluation.
- Ensures professional, thorough and timely communication to registrants prior to and during programming. Communicates necessary program information to branch and association staff.
- Cultivate relationships with parents and members to develop quality programs that are consistent with the mission and values.
- Identify collaborative efforts to utilize facilities and services with local schools and organizations.
- Identify program opportunities and sources of funding for programs.
- Consistently provide friendly, courteous assistance exceeding customer expectations every day, which includes building and maintaining healthy professional relationships with customers, staff, host agencies and the local community.
- Support and contribute to a safe, clean environment for staff and customers.
- Attend all branch and Metropolitan meetings as assigned.
- Maintain knowledge of association policies and procedures, risk management and safety practices and applicable laws.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree preferred in related field of study.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in programming.
- Staff supervision experience preferred.
- Experience in developing and implementing youth programs preferred.
- Physical ability to instruct class when assigned instructor is unavailable.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Must possess or attain CPR/AED certification within 60 days.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:
- Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight.
- Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency
