Teens Program Leader - Mission Y

Company: YMCA of San Francisco
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively influences the lives of people and communities. As the nation's leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the YMCA of San Francisco offers more than just a job--we offer you a career with a future and the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. At the Y, you can discover your passion and a lifelong career helping to solve some of the nation's most pressing social issues.About the JobUnder the direction of the Teens Programs Director, the Teens Program Leader is responsible for developing and facilitating enrichment programs, providing academic support to program participants, and strengthening the program's connection with students, families, and community partners. As a team player, the Teens Program Leader will build and maintain strong and productive relationships with students, school staff, parents, the YMCA, and members of the Mission and Excelsior communities. They should be adept at working in a fast-paced environment with students of color and thinking fast on their feet. In their role, the Teens Program Leader will work from the Mission YMCA branch and lead participants on off-site field trips every 3rd Saturday of the month.Minimum Qualifications

• 21 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A commitment to providing young people with the highest-quality youth development experience
• 2+ years' experience working with multi-ethnic, multi-cultural high school-aged youth
• Strong understanding of the theory and practice of youth development
• Experience teaching specific content area(s)
• Ability to engage with high school youth and build meaningful relationships with them
• Creativity and interest in planning hands-on projects for teens
• Team player with proven ability to work with people from a variety of different ethnic, socio economic, educational, religious, sexual, and generational backgrounds
• YMCA approved CPR and First Aid certification (can complete upon hire)
• Fingerprint background check clearancePreferred Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or higher in Child & Adolescent Development or related field
  • Bi-Lingual skills in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, or Tagalog
  • Knowledge of Arts, Dance, Drama, or Sports enrichments
  • Passion for social justice and knowledge of the Mission and/or Excelsior communitiesAll employees working with the YMCA are considered to have supervisory or disciplinary action relationship over minors. Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Benefits
    • Comprehensive health benefits - medical and dental plans for full time employees
    • Retirement benefits - 12% employer contribution after completion of eligibility requirements
    • Employee Assistance Program for all employees
    • Commuter Benefits via pre-tax payroll deductions
    • Flexible Spending Account - Medical and Dependent Care on a pre-tax basis
    • Use of YMCA of San Francisco Fitness facilities
    • Paid time off benefits for part time and full time employees upon completion of eligibility requirements
    • Training and staff development for all employees
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