TEEN PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Job Title: Teen Program Assistant

Status: Non Exempt

Department: Youth & Family Services

Reports to: Branch Director

Revision Date: November 20, 2020

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Teen Program Assistant at the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley serves others by intentionally welcoming, connecting, and supporting them and inviting them to get involved and give back to the community. The Teen Assistant will support the Teen Program Coordinator with the YMCA Virtual Learning Program for Rome Free Academy students. The individual will assist the students with class work when applicable, take attendance, be a mentor, and plan activities for them during free time.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• To teach skills by assisting a lead instructor with planned programs at a level appropriate for each participant in the program.
• To assist with all parent orientation meetings, classes, games and special events.
• To be aware of the differences in each students physical and emotional maturity, personality, backgrounds, and motivation.
• To assist and serve as a role model for participants before, during, and after program.
• To provide a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants, giving each student an equal opportunity to participate.
• To communicate with the lead staff, any questions or concerns.
• Is committed to maintaining a workplace free from all forms of harassment
• To communicate good health and fitness principles and positive character development concepts to participants, parents, and spectators.
• Adheres to policies related to boundaries with teens.
• Attends required abuse risk management training.
• Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising teens.
• Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Developing Self & Others
• Inclusion
• Program/Project Management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be responsible and have character that serves as a role model for youth.
• Must meet all Association-Wide training requirements in addition to those set forth by their Supervisor.
• Must be able to pass a Nationwide Criminal and Sex Offender Registry Background Screening.
• Must ensure that the physical and social environments for program delivery reflect the Y’s definition of character and values
• Must be 21 or over and have experience working with youth and teens.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to plan & lead activities.
• Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading recreational activities, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Must meet all Association-Wide training requirements in addition to those set forth by their Supervisor.