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YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties Teen Program Staff in Silverdale, Washington
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Teen Program Staff to join our team.
The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
As Teen Program Staff, you will be responsible for providing supervision, leadership, and motivation for youth in teen programs while instructing class participants in various programs, games, and activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor facility and ensure a safe, positive and fun environment. Confidently and tactfully, enforce YMCA policies.
- Organize activities as needed. Assist other staff as necessary.
- Provide instruction for correct and proper use of activity equipment when needed. Teach and demonstrate in a positive manner.
- Possess the knowledge and skills needed to instruct in program activities.
- Assist participants with questions, comments or concerns about teen programs.
- Create, develop and facilitate Teen Leadership clubs.
Develop and promote teen leadership and volunteer opportunities within the branch and community.
Qualifications:
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Positive attitude and previous experience with youth ages 13 to 19 (preferred).
- Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (preferred).
- Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
- You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
Wage: $16.66 to $17.16 per hour, depending on qualifications
Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week
Location: Haselwood Family YMCA, Silverdale, WA* *
Benefits:
All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:
- A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
- Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
- Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
- 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise
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Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:
- HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
- Willamette Dental Plan
VSP Vision Plan
Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org{rel="nofollow"}.
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The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled