Job Description

Love working with teens and making a difference? At the Y, we’re all about creating safe, inspiring spaces where young people can connect, grow, and thrive. As our Teen Coordinator, you’ll be the spark behind exciting programs, epic events, and meaningful relationships that empower the next generation. If you’ve got energy, creativity, and a passion for helping teens shine, we want you on our team!

Why you’ll love the YMCA.

As a part-time staff member, you will receive a free individual membership or 50% off family membership and 50% discounted programs for you and your household. Other perks our Y employees enjoy:

• Personal Development: You’ll have many opportunities for free training and certifications, as well as opportunities to advance and potentially find a long-term career.
• Childcare: While working, up to four hours of Childwatch is offered at membership branches during regular child watch hours, also enjoy 50% discounted before and after school care and summer day camp options.
• Fulfillment: Experience a flexible schedule while working for a company that cares about you personally and is actively involved in our community!

Responsibilities

As part of the Jorgensen Family YMCA team the Teen Coordinator will assist with the development, management, and delivery of high-quality programs.

• Develop: Create and distribute program rules, guidelines, and handbooks to ensure safe and consistent program delivery.
• Evaluate: Track participation and outcomes to help ensure program effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Support: Assist with marketing, participant communication, and responding to questions or concerns.
• Lead: Directly oversee and run signature teen programs (Youth and Government and Teen Leaders Club)

Requirements

Candidates must be committed to contributing to the mission, culture, and values of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne as well as:

• Minimum of 21 years of age
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be cleared to drive a bus.
• Excellent communication, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Excellent human relation skills and enthusiasm.
• Basic math skills and demonstrated recordkeeping proficiency.
• An elevated level of organization, flexibility, and ability to handle difficult situations effectively.
• Ability to relate to, welcome, and communicate with diverse groups of people regardless of age, race, economic status, religion, or cultural differences.

Salary: Part-time $14.40-$14.90 hour

Hours Available: Afterschool; hours may also include various evenings and weekends depending on programming needs

Location: Jorgensen Family YMCA, 10313 Aboite Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804