Full-Time
Youth Leader
YMCA of Honolulu
Youth, wellness and community programs
Compensation Overview
$18.25 - $20.25/hr
O‘ahu, Hawaii, USA
In Person
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- At least 18 years old and a high school graduate or equivalent.
- Ability to supervise participants and provide positive role modeling through interactions with participants and others associated with the program.
- Ability to meet program goals and expectations outlined in the Youth Program Policies and Procedures Handbook.
- Reliability and dependability.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing and planning needs.
- Ability to exercise mature judgment and sound decision-making.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
- Successful completion of a comprehensive background screening, including criminal and sex offender checks.
- Completion of mandatory Praesidium training and reporting of child-abuse concerns as required.
- Assist Site Coordinators and Youth Directors with overall program operation and participant supervision while adhering to program policies and standard operating procedures.
- Implement curriculum by leading age-developmentally appropriate learning experiences in classroom or group settings and ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.
- Research and develop new age-appropriate activities while collaborating with others to enhance the overall program.
- Facilitate programming that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children in an all-inclusive environment.
- Communicate effectively, consistently, and professionally with participants, parents, co-workers, and associated program contacts, including Department of Education and Department of Human Services contacts.
- Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of assigned children and other children in the program.
- Serve as a role model by relating to participants through respect and understanding, responding sensitively to each child’s needs, and providing guidance toward positive youth development.
- Maintain accurate participant records and documentation as assigned, following program requirements.
- Attend general, site, and site-specific staff meetings and training sessions and provide input.
- Assist in ensuring that site facilities, equipment, and supplies are maintained, organized, and clean.
- Ensure staff and participants respect facility property and follow applicable rules and expectations.
- Wear the required nametag and maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance in accordance with the dress code.
- Exemplify the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Uphold professional boundaries and share responsibility for preventing child abuse.
- Working with school-aged children is highly desired.
YMCA of Honolulu is a nonprofit organization offering youth development, fitness, aquatics, camps and community programs across Oahu. Its branches and program sites serve children, adults and families through classes, childcare, leadership activities, recreation and health-focused services. Staff and volunteers adapt programs to local community needs while operating within the broader YMCA mission. The organization combines membership-based wellness facilities with charitable and educational work rather than functioning as a commercial gym chain. Its workforce combines specialist delivery, customer support and business operations.
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