Community Development Specialist - Gateway Region YMCA

Gateway Region YMCA

St. Louis, MO

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Childcare, Community Development, High School Diploma, Program Evaluation, Retirement Funds, Staff Training, Team Player, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
St. Louis, MO
POSTED
27 days ago
  • Deliver a highly interactive experience to group of participants in the program and create an experience that promotes success in specific program.
  • Organize, lead and adapt a variety of stimulating activities appropriate for the age and experience of the group with a positive and enthusiastic manner.
  • Maintain and use program resources efficiently and ecologically.
  • Provide safe conditions and refrain from engaging in activities that may be hazardous or negligent to those involved.
  • Keep the Program Director informed of activities and any progress of problems or questions related to the program.
  • Actively participate in all of the program activities.
  • Lead and facilitate lessons that teach, model and practice social emotional and content area skills.
  • Adapt lessons to the needs and experience of participants and engage all members of the group in ways that allow them to build their skills and confidence.
  • Complete evaluations with program participants and communicate results appropriately.
  • Maintain confidentiality of program participants.
  • Evaluate program effectiveness and make adjustments to enhance the outcomes and experience.
  • Provide direction and support to volunteers and/or staff as assigned.
  • Attend assigned staff training.
  • Represent the YMCA and create a program culture that incorporates, highlights and models the Y values.
  • Maintain positive, professional communication with site contacts and/or participant families.
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience working with target age groups and post-secondary education in program area is preferred.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

  • Must be 18 years of age
  • High School Diploma or equivalent

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

  • 403(b) Retirement Savings
  • Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month period.
  • 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
  • Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide
  • Discounts on YMCA programs
  • Discounts on YMCA Childcare

About the Company

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Gateway Region YMCA