Teen Program Staff - Cape Ann YMCA

Are you passionate about creating a safe and supportive environment where youth and teens can build positive relationships and thrive? Do you excel at forming genuine connections and engaging young people in meaningful activities? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

As part of our Teen Program Staff at the Cape Ann YMCA, you'll play a key role in fostering an inclusive and engaging space for local middle and high school students. Our programs offer teens opportunities to participate in positive, enriching activities outside of school hours. On a typical day, you'll:

• Build authentic and trusting relationships with youth and teens.
• Provide guidance and support to participants.
• Develop and lead innovative youth and leadership programs that help teens reach their full potential.
• Supervise and facilitate age-appropriate activities such as drop-in basketball, e-sports, and more.

What You Bring to the Role:

• Experience managing and guiding teens through challenging behaviors, with a focus on helping them recognize their value and potential.
• A natural ability to mentor and serve as a positive role model.
• Enthusiasm for engaging in activities that inspire skill-building and growth.
• Previous experience in customer service or working directly with youth in an instructional or recreational setting.
• Strong judgment and the ability to handle unexpected situations with professionalism and care.

Join our team and make a lasting impact by empowering the next generation to become confident, capable, and contributing members of our community!

Why Work for the Y?

In addition to a positive and supportive work environment, the YMCA offers:

• Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs.
• Paid training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career advancement within our seven YMCA locations.
• A retirement fund with a 12% company contribution (once vested; no match required).

• 21 years of age or older
• 15-20 hours a week
• Shifts are Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 2pm to 8pm. There may be an opportunity for additional hours during school vacation weeks and early release days.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs
• Physically and mentally acts appropriately and immediately to unexpected circumstances

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.