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YMCA of Southwest Florida

Non-profit youth development & community services

Before and After School Administrative Coordinator

Full-Time
$19/hr
Entry
Sarasota, FL, USA
In Person
Administrative & Executive AssistanceReception & Front Desk

About the job

Requirements
  • Must possess initiative, enthusiasm, common sense and good judgment, strong customer service skills, and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
  • Be detail-oriented, able to multitask, and have strong organizational skills to maintain a clean, uncluttered workspace.
  • Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Have PC and database management skills, the ability to perform repetitive data entry, and the ability to learn new software programs and processes quickly.
  • Commit to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
  • Obtain 45-hour training within 90 days of employment.
  • Have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Have Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Complete annual Blood Borne Pathogens training and the YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention class.
  • Successfully complete YMCA background screening requirements and meet association background screening policies.
  • The position may require ongoing training toward YMCA Leader Certification.
  • Meet physical demands that include sitting, kneeling, or standing for extended periods; bending, reaching, and moving around the work environment, including stairs; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 15 pounds.
  • Have close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust vision.
Responsibilities
  • Meet Association standards for service desk responsibilities, including guest tours, cancellation requests, providing information by phone and in person, facility access control, program registration and enrollment, and basic computer entry.
  • Serve as the key information resource for branch programs, activities, merchandise, and general communications.
  • Build engaging relationships with members and support their connection to the YMCA mission.
  • Provide customer service to families, guests, staff, and the community.
  • Deliver the YMCA mission and philosophy to staff, members, and guests; share personal Y experiences and Y Mission Stories.
  • Handle questions, concerns, and needs received at the front desk, including telephone and email inquiries, guest tours, front desk interactions, service-area collaboration, and registration packets.
  • Respond to member needs and proactively resolve problems or direct members to appropriate resources; maintain knowledge of Parent Handbook policies, Association and Branch standard operating procedures, and branch programs and activities.
  • Ensure family registration and associated data entry are complete and accurate.
  • Assist with center tours as needed, including setup.
  • Collect and enter payments and attendance into DAXKO.
  • Partner with parents to address their questions and concerns.
  • Maintain children's files and licensing compliance, including required signatures, information, health records, and other jurisdictional certifications.
  • Maintain building and member/guest security by requiring parents to sign children in and out and requiring visitors to present picture identification.
  • Maintain an organized, up-to-date welcome area; keep information communicated or displayed accurate and current, and keep bulletin boards presentable.
  • Greet members by name with a smile and eye contact; remain knowledgeable about programs and activities and introduce parents and families to one another.
  • Maintain a clean facility and a positive atmosphere.
  • Communicate center information to families by email, including newsletters, weekly reminders, and opening and closing information.
  • Support events for prospective members, families, and guests, including open houses, art shows, and concerts.
  • Book vendors and special guests and ensure purchase orders and payments are completed.
  • Perform branch purchasing and reporting functions.
  • Provide accurate food counts to the caterer and maintain adequate kitchen supplies by tracking inventory and ordering as needed.
  • Order classroom supplies for the center.
  • Submit monthly ELC reports.
  • Ensure ASQs are completed on time.
  • Support YMCA and branch program goals and substitute in classrooms as needed.
  • Adhere to policies on boundaries with consumers; report suspicious or inappropriate behavior and policy violations; and follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
  • Use required screening procedures for employees and volunteers and provide ongoing supervision and training related to abuse risk.
  • Attend required annual abuse risk management training, including the training required for supervisory staff.
  • Ensure facility and program walkthroughs are conducted and documented according to YMCA monitoring and supervision procedures.
  • Perform other duties as required.

About the company

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YMCA of Southwest Florida

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YMCA of Southwest Florida is a nonprofit organization that supports community development in Fort Myers, Englewood, and Cape Coral through programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It funds its programs with memberships, program fees for activities like summer camps and SKY Academy academies, and donations, and operates SKY Academy schools in Venice and Englewood to promote inclusive education. The organization offers a range of services, from recreational activities to educational programs, delivered across multiple locations to meet local needs. Its goal is to help individuals and families become healthier, more connected, and more engaged in their communities.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Venice, Florida

Founded

1974

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 news highlights $20,000 summer-camp scholarship matching from Scott Pinkerton and FourThought.
  • June 2026 newsletter said rural feeding sites and eight meal sites served children.
  • Florida Senate funding request on December 17, 2025 seeks $10 million for Babcock Ranch.

What critics are saying

  • SKY Academy Venice reported a June 30, 2025 net deficit of $340, signaling fragility.
  • Babcock Ranch depends on $10 million state money; denial stalls a $43.6 million project.
  • Mission-heavy childcare and scholarship revenue creates existential dependence on donations, grants, and families paying.

What makes YMCA of Southwest Florida unique

  • Seven-county Southwest Florida footprint plus SKY Academy Venice and Englewood create community moats.
  • The 2024-2026 strategic plan explicitly ties sustainability, people, community, and growth to execution.
  • Membership, childcare, camps, aquatics, and school operations diversify touchpoints across families and children.

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Benefits

  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Discounts