Temporary Seasonal Program Support

MUST APPLY VIA OUR WEBSITE: https://www.kyymca.org/careers/seasonal-program-support/
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH INDEED WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Application closes on October 22nd, 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:

The Kentucky YMCA Youth Association develops engaged citizens and servant leaders inspired to affect change in their school, community, Commonwealth, nation and world. Through experiential learning, service and community activism, the Kentucky YMCA Youth Association fosters critical thinking, leadership, and social responsibility in teens. Students in our programs build communication skills and confidence while developing a network of meaningful relationships with diverse students from around the Commonwealth.

The Kentucky YMCA Youth Association is an antiracist, multicultural organization. We enthusiastically welcome persons of every ability, age, background, ethnicity, faith/religion, gender expression/gender identity, income, nationality, race, sex, or sexual orientation. The Kentucky YMCA Youth Association believes that in a beautifully diverse world, we are stronger when we are inclusive and when everyone has an equitable opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

We are an established, professional and fun non-profit that works to empower KY teens, our alumni, and our staff. Our team consists of hardworking and passionate professionals who excel in their career. Each day we strive to create a positive staff culture that allows for all employees to share their ideas, have fun, collaborate with others, work within a team and individually, plan their own schedules, and be creative. We are a Y for all and recognize strength in diversity.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Seasonal Program role supports the programs of the Kentucky YMCA through work with all departments, under the supervision of the Senior Program Director. This is a seasonal temporary position with part-time hours that will take place between October-December. This position will support the staff team with both preparation items and on-site tasks during the Kentucky Youth Assembly (KYA) conference season. These tasks include, but are not limited to printing materials, organizing merchandise, debate support, meeting advisor and student needs, logistical set-ups, and other tasks as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilize large printer/copier for large scale printing jobs: including needing to prepare documents for print utilizing mail merge.
• Collaborate with team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Take initiative to support programs, team, and organization as needed.
• Communicate efficiently with other staff members, volunteers, and participants onsite.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Acts as support to the Kentucky Youth Assembly conferences. Other tasks as assigned.
• This position requires regular travel to Kentucky YMCA offices (Frankfort and Louisville), Must have reliable transportation. *Note, the travel to Frankfort would be for printing purposes as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The KY YMCA is an anti-racist, multicultural, pro-equity organization, committed to a diverse workplace and is seeking a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Must be 2 years out of high school (high school graduation year 2024 or earlier).
• Flexible in supporting staff teams through many different support tasks, such as: event setup to include packing and unpacking event materials into the Crowne Plaza Hotel for KYA, event material organization at events, inventory management of merchandise, awards, and office materials, staff and volunteer food ordering, including asking for discounts/donations for food, stocking staff/volunteer snack room, setting up fun materials and AV equipment for second night of programming, serving in a fun lead role as silent disco DJ, Talent stage lead, or Ga Ga room lead, customer service at the Y desk during essential times, and other tasks as assigned.
• Experience working independently on projects and with a team.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Mail Merge.
• Organizational, detail-focused and independent time management skills are necessary for this position.
• Must be able to schedule work proactively and independently, while also being able to work with teams.
• Ability to change priorities as project expands or project needs change.
• Must be able to assist in moving 35 pounds, have sufficient mobility, and maintain a high level of energy over an extended period of time.
• Ability to be away from home on some nights and weekends between November 5th and December 15th.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to communicate clearly to large groups, over phone, and via email.
• Understanding of the nature and purpose of the YMCA and the respective roles of volunteers and staff.
• Must have a working laptop.

BENEFITS:

• Pay Rate $15/hour.
• Fun and energetic team environment.
• Staff culture focused on professional development, quality results, high impact programs, celebrating staff successes, and happy employees.

YMCA COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y’s values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Cultivates and retains the trust of others through direct and honest interaction. Engages community members in a way that builds commitment and loyalty in the work of the Y.

Collaboration: Advocates for inclusion and diversity throughout the organization. Appropriately addresses and corrects behaviors and practices that don’t support inclusion. Helps build effective teams and community partnerships by fostering a common vision. Manages conflict constructively, with team and community. Assesses team dynamics and takes appropriate actions to engage the team in ongoing work. Communicates needs and goals effectively, while demonstrating empathic listening for others. Able to tell the story of the Kentucky YMCA’s cause and impact in the community.

Operational Effectiveness: Able to analyze, comprehend, and articulate operational goals and strategies of the organization. Able to anticipate likely outcomes and decide the best course of action, while balancing risks and implications across multiple projects. Incorporates creative thinking and discussion techniques in meetings and brainstorms. Builds perspective by engaging others in open dialogue. Sets the norm of continuous improvement. Willing and able to excel in self-management of multiple ongoing projects, and setting clear goals and processes. Holds self and team accountable for high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results.

Personal Growth: Has a passion for learning that drives the pursuit of new knowledge and ideas. Listens and observes to gain new insight and continually improve performance. Actively supports and remains accessible to others during times of change or stress (e.g. conference seasons). Manages emotions appropriately and avoids becoming defensive or asserting inappropriate control when under pressure. Approaches others and addresses sensitive issues in a productive and non-threatening manner. Has functional knowledge to complete the job, and uses best practices as a framework to improve performance.

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Frankfort, KY 40601