Job Details

Upper Main Line YMCA - Berwyn , PA

Full Time

High School

$42,750.00 - $46,750.00 Salary/year

Negligible

Any

Program/Youth Sports/Adult

Description

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

Develop and conduct specialized training sessions and contribute to overall programming growth within the specialty for YMCA members.

Who Are We?

The Philadelphia Inquirer named the YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) a 2024 Top Workplace. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization committed to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Perks & Benefits

Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
Employee Assistance Program
Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
Career development and paid training
Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What You’ll Do

Plans, organizes and leads specific activities, routines and/or games for all participants.
Leads with enthusiasm and positive motivation in program.
Must have excellent communication skills (written and oral) and public speaking experience to diverse-age audiences and providing timely communications with program participants, guardians, and school representatives.
Working with animal ambassadors in a public presentation environment
Organizes and maintains program records including, but not limited to attendance records, rosters, etc.
Manages all equipment.
Assist with the upkeep of Cassatt Preserve, nature center, raptor center, STEM labs, watershed lab, woodworking shop, and barnyard
Ensure live animal exhibits provide opportunities for learning
Assist with animal care responsibilities as needed.
Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
Communicates effectively and timely with peers and participants.
Ensures all children are picked up by parent.
Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referral to appropriate person.
Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You'll Need

18 years of age with high school diploma or GED
Minimum of 4 years experience in environmental and STEM education or related degree
Training and qualifications in the specialized instruction area
Demonstrate advance knowledge of specialized skill
Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs
Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities. While performing this job's duties, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Why You Need To Apply

Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!

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