Job Title:YReads! Program Coordinator (Full-Time)
Description:The Program Coordinator is responsible for developing, organizing, and implementing high-quality YMCA community programs. This role focuses on creating engaging activities for youth, families, and older adults, ensuring programs meet the diverse needs of participants and align with the YMCA's mission.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Develops activity and event schedules and calendars, considering participant interests and needs.
- Organizes and implements a variety of activities for youth, families, and older adults.
- Ensures activities are safe, engaging, and tailored to the specific populations served (e.g., seniors, individuals with disabilities).
- Coordinates with team members and volunteers to ensure smooth execution of activities.
- Leads volunteer management, including planning and coordinating volunteer recruitment, training, and participation.
- Promotes volunteer opportunities within the community and builds relationships with potential partners.
- Supports all organizational events and fundraising efforts.
- Assesses program effectiveness and implements improvements to meet community needs.
- Coordinates use of facilities for program activities and events.
- Attends required abuse risk management training, follows mandated abuse reporting requirements and adheres to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in youth development or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with youth, families, or community programs.
- Experience in program development and management.
- Previous experience coordinating events
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work with diverse populations and age groups.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
- Current CPR and First Aid certificationrequired within 90 days.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required.
Pay & Perks: Full-time, $22.50-$24.00/hour. Health insurance, paid time off, YMCA membership for entire household, child care & employer-paid retirement plan upon eligibility.
*Level 2 background clearance through DCF (Florida) required. Check out this link for more information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com