Program Coordinator (Vanderbilt YMCA)

Summary

The Vanderbilt YMCA is seeking a Program Coordinator who will be responsible for developing, implementing, delivering, supervising, and evaluating the programs at the branch and/or it’s off-sites, if applicable. The Program Coordinator will focus on program quality and service delivery as well as staff training and development, including Activity Specialists and Program Aides.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience working in youth programs.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required. Knowledge of Access, Adobe PageMaker, and Photoshop preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults. 

Duties

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times.  
• Maintain accurate program documentation (participant files, YS.net data entry, attendance, sign-in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate).
• Support the Site Director and supervise Activity Specialists, Counselors, Advisors, and Volunteers in the implementation of the Y Programs, Summer Camp Programs, and other Programs.
• Work cooperatively with professional staff, teachers, and other program and school staff.
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
• Create marketing flyers for program awareness and enrollment, update bulletin boards, and create a monthly newsletter.
• Serve as a positive role model for participants.
• Work with the Site Director to secure and maintain all equipment or supplies needed.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the Core Programs to participants and caregivers.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas for growth.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.