Job Description

Job Location: Oscar Lasko YMCA - West Chester , PA 19380
Salary Range: $16.00 - $20.58 Hourly

Job Category: Program/Youth Sports/AdultEmbark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure
The Teen Development Coordinator at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine oversees the daily operations of
our teen programs. This includes developing and implementing a full range of programming and
services and facilitating strategic planning initiatives. The goal is to drive program growth and
success, with a focus on workforce development, leadership and discovery, and college and career
readiness. This role is responsible for the training and supervision of necessary staff, budget
management, community outreach to foster strategic partnerships, and provide outstanding service
to all members, program participants and partners. The Teen Development Coordinator will ensure that
all YMCA of Greater Brandywine standards are being met and/or exceeded in direct correlation with
the organization’s strategic vision and goals. The Teen Development Coordinator holds a pivotal role in
the Chester County community, focusing on nurturing teenagers through tailored programs and
activities while maintaining a safe environment where teenagers can thrive.
Who Are We?
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Perks & Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
- Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
- Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
- Career development and paid training
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
What You’ll Do
- Conducts class sessions as scheduled and provides assistance in a safe, enthusiastic, thorough, courteous, and professional manner.
- Leads program with enthusiasm and positive motivation.
- Oversees Esports and Gaming operations
- Promotes and exhibits a healthy attitude, lifestyle, and appearance.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge and ability to demonstrate skills necessary for specialty field.
- Organizes and maintains program records (i.e., attendance records, rosters, etc.)
- Manages all equipment.
- Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
- Communicates effectively and timely with program participants and parents. Prior to the start of class (monthly or academy), communicates and assists participants with questions.
- Ensures all children are picked up by a parent.
- Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referring inquiries to appropriate person.
- Create staff schedule and communicate with staff.
- Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

QualificationsWhat You'll Need
- A bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in a leadership or educational capacity
- working with teenagers is preferred
- Demonstrated experience in program development and management, preferably in a youth or
- teen development setting.
- Proven experience in staff supervision, leadership, and team management.
-  Familiarity with budget management and financial oversight.
- Demonstrated engagement in community outreach, events, and committees, with a proactive
- approach to building partnerships and fostering collaboration with local organizations and
- stakeholders to support the needs of teenagers and enhance program effectiveness.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion, with experience in developing and
- implementing programs that address the needs of diverse populations, including those f rom
- marginalized or underserved communities.
- Proven ability to create and maintain an inclusive and safe space for teenagers, fostering an
- environment where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported in their personal and
- developmental journeys.
- An understanding of behavioral intervention strategies and principles of adolescent
- development.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to address challenges and make
- strategic decisions.
-  Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staf f and
- engage with diverse groups of teenagers and community members.
-  Proficient in data management, including conducting thorough research, gathering accurate
- data, and maintaining records.
- Collaborate with the leadership team to make informed decisions regarding youth programs.
- Excellent organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills with the
- ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
- Proficient in multitasking and adept at managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced
- environment.
- Proficiency in computer skills including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Training and certifications as required by the position.
- Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Work Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Why You Need To Apply
Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!