Y Time / Y Zone Program Aide in Vancouver, Washington at YMCA of Columbia Willamette

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of Youth Development Coordinator, the Program Aide is responsible for implementing a variety of youth programs in the Y Time or Y Zone spaces of the Clark County Family YMCA. Program Aides provide youth participants with opportunities to develop new friendships, improve self-esteem and self-confidence, and build strong social skills.

OUR CULTURE

We are a group of individuals committed to love, integrity, and humility.

We believe in each other and demonstrate it by holding ourselves and each other accountable, encouraging creativity, and empowering each other to act in pursuit of our mission.

We create lasting impact in our communities through how we look, how we behave, what we say, how we treat others, how we do our jobs, and how we live our lives.

FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Essential Functions

Engage with youth ages 1–12 years in a fun and safe environment.

Implement and provide input on youth program curriculum.

Establish positive relationships with parents and children.

Check participants in and out using the Alaris app.

Effectively communicate with supervisors, peers, parents, and participants.

Utilize Microsoft Teams for communication with YMCA staff and supervisors.

Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children.

Reliably work a variety of shifts Monday through Sunday.

Additional Functions

Demonstrate the physical and mental ability to facilitate a variety of athletic and enrichment activities and move equipment as needed (approximately 25 pounds).

Maintain visual and auditory awareness to respond appropriately to critical incidents and emergencies.

Provide active supervision and oversight of participant activities.

Enforce safety regulations and behavior expectations in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, volunteers, participants, members, and community partners.

Lead groups of participants in activities and programs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in person, primarily on site at the Clark County Family YMCA. Additional opportunities to work at other YMCA locations or programs may be available. Required attire includes clean professional bottoms (pants, shorts, or skorts appropriate for active engagement with youth), a YMCA staff shirt, and closed-toe shoes

Must be 18 years of age or older and have completed high school.

Must pass a YMCA background check.

Complete all required job-related trainings within 30 days of hire.

Obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of employment if not already certified.

Previous experience working with youth and families preferred.

Reliable transportation to and from the Clark County Family YMCA and other YMCA locations as needed.