Teen Program ; Part Time

Teen Program Staff (Part Time) – Summit Area YMCA

Imagine going to work knowing you are helping create a space where teens feel safe, respected, and excited to be themselves.

At the Summit Area YMCA, our Teen Centers are welcoming environments where teens build confidence, develop leadership skills, form positive relationships, and make healthy choices. Teen Program Staff play an important role in shaping that experience by building trust, modeling positive behavior, and creating a supportive space for every teen who walks through the door.

The Summit Area YMCA operates Teen Centers at both our Summit and Berkeley Heights branches, and we are seeking staff who are comfortable supporting teens across both locations. This role offers variety, teamwork, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping ensure consistent, safe, and high-quality Teen Center experiences at each site.

• Supervise teens at all times to ensure a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment
• Build positive relationships and serve as a mentor and role model
• Support and facilitate Teen Center activities such as arts, recreation, fitness, leadership development, STEM, life skills, and social engagement
• Encourage appropriate behavior and healthy decision‑making while consistently enforcing YMCA policies
• Assist with special events, workshops, guest speakers, and trips
• Maintain accurate attendance and participation records
• Communicate concerns or incidents promptly to the Teen Advancement Director
• Help care for Teen Center spaces, equipment, and supplies
• Participate in required trainings, meetings, and YMCA events

• Enjoy working with teens and building meaningful relationships
• Can create a welcoming, inclusive environment for all participants
• Are confident setting boundaries and addressing behavior appropriately
• Are dependable, positive, and committed to safety
• Are comfortable working at both Summit and Berkeley Heights locations based on scheduling needs
• Believe in the YMCA’s mission of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility

This position is part time with an opportunity to work up to 25 hours each week. The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/hour, but is based on experience.

The Summit Area YMCA offers generous employee benefits. Part‑time benefits include a free YMCA membership, discounts on Y family membership, and a 12% contribution to the YMCA retirement plan upon eligibility.

At the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side‑by‑side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together.

• HS diploma or equivalent; BA preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience working with teens and families.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Experience in teen program planning and development.
• Experience in working with youth in education, job readiness and employment skills preferred.

We were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1886, but today, we are The Y. Part of a world‑class organization, we are one of the area’s leading nonprofits, that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. The Summit Area YMCA is committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well‑being, and inspiring action in and across communities.

By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships, and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.

Entry level

Part‑time