Program Specialist (Focus Archery)- Brandywine Location

Our Promise:

Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others

Benefits & Perks:

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15.00 – $16.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach and coach youth program participants in various sports ensuring lessons cater to different skill levels.
• Implement diverse youth programs in sports, art, dance, tumbling, STEAM, and archery.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment for all youth participants, ensuring they feel encouraged and supported in their activities.
• Communicate effectively with participants, parents, and guardians about program schedules, goals, and expectations.
• Address any concerns or issues raised by participants or parents, resolving them in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate the scheduling of all program activities, ensuring proper use of facilities and equipment.
• Manage inventory and procurement of necessary supplies and equipment for each program area (e.g., sports gear, art supplies, tumbling mats, STEAM kits, archery targets).
• Ensure all facilities and equipment are maintained to a high standard and comply with safety regulations.
• May require evening or weekend hours depending on the program schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in youth program management, ideally in a multi-disciplinary environment involving sports, arts, and STEM education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-lingual skills
• Experience or certification in specific program areas (e.g., coaching, dance instruction, art education, tumbling, STEAM programs, archery).

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer.  The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.  In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit,  hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.