Teen Program

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Teen Program Staff to join our team!

The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well‑being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non‑profit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

As Teen Program Staff, you will be responsible for providing supervision, leadership, and motivation for youth in teen programs while instructing class participants in various programs, games, and activities.

• Monitor facility and ensure a safe, positive and fun environment. Confidently and tactfully enforce YMCA policies.
• Organize activities as needed. Assist other staff as necessary.
• Provide instruction for correct and proper use of activity equipment when needed. Teach and demonstrate in a positive manner.
• Possess the knowledge and skills needed to instruct in program activities.
• Assist participants with questions, comments or concerns about teen programs.
• Create, develop and facilitate Teen Leadership clubs.
• Develop and promote teen leadership and volunteer opportunities within the branch and community.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with youth ages 13 to 19 (preferred).
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in‑person training as required.

Wage: $17.13 to $17.63 per hour, depending on qualifications

Hours: Part‑Time, Up to 25 hours per week –
Friday Evening Availability needed

Location: Tom Taylor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA

• A personal YMCA membership and YMCA
  360 virtual streaming membership.
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities. Paid sick leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), digital mental health counseling platform, wellness program, and Lifemart employee discount center.
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities.
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise.

• Healthiest You: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non‑emergency conditions).
• VSP Vision Plan.

10550 Harbor Hill Drive, Gig Harbor, Washington 98332, United States

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and record‑keeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest.

Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide it.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout its organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled.