Teen Director

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Teen Director 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 the Teen Director, you will plan and lead a wide range of youth and teen programs. This will include teaching, developing, and supervising all youth and teen programs for middle to high school youth. Additionally, the Teen Director will perform the hiring, training, and supervising of staff and volunteers in the program.

• A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Physical Education, Education or a related field; OR equivalent knowledge and experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of various activities and programs to engage youth and teens.
• Knowledge of children (Ages 10 to 18 years) trends and interests, with the ability to create programming options around those interests.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with teens and diverse populations.
• Demonstrated skills in customer service, public relations, organizational skills, communications, supervision, computer knowledge, and file maintenance.
• Current Lifeguard, CPR for the Professional, AED First Aid, and Oxygen 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 the first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

• Develop, plan, and deliver curriculum, programs, and coordinate class schedules in conjunction with other staff and programs to enhance participation levels.
• Develop new programs with input from teen focus groups, surveys, parents, schools, and community partners.
• Keep current on youth and teen activity trends while developing a full range of programs to meet the needs of youth and families in the community.
• Assist and organize special youth and family events related to youth programs that are open to members and nonmembers.
• Work in conjunction with the Teen Program Outreach Team and Marketing Department to develop a plan, in concert with the branch marketing and communications staff, to specifically reach teens.
• Be enthusiastic toward members and staff by expressing an interest in their YMCA activities. Strive to enrich their YMCA experience by introducing them to new programs, staff, members, and volunteer activities.
• Compile program statistics. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of and participation in the program.