The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Youth Program Staff to join our team!
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The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.
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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.
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As a Youth Program Staff you will be responsible instructing class participants in various programs, games, and activities.
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Key Responsibilities:
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- Lead and assist participants in skill development, game play, and activities appropriate for each age group. n
- Encourage positive participation, cooperation and exemplify our core values. n
- Assist in creating age appropriate lesson plans to ensure fun, high-energy classes. n
- Work alongside volunteers to assist with programming. n
- Track program attendance. n
- Responsible for class participant’s supervision and safety. n
- Provide safety briefings to parents and participants. n
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Qualifications:
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- Six months or more of related experience preferred. n
- A commitment to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. n
- Positive attitude and previous experience with youth and diverse populations n
- Knowledge and skills in program activities and related sports and office equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques. n
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred. n
- Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required. n
- Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act). n
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Wage: $17.13 to $17.16 per hour, depending on qualifications
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Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week
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Location: Tom Taylor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA
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Benefits:
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All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:
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- A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership n
- Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year n
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center n
- Professional training, education, and certification opportunities n
- 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise n
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Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:
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- HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions) n
- Willamette Dental Plan n
- VSP Vision Plan n
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Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! To apply visit our website at
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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
