Program Coordinator (Ridgewood YMCA)

Description:

The Ridgewood YMCA is seeking a Program Coordinator who, under the supervision of the Program Director, will be responsible for developing, implementing, delivering, supervising, and evaluating the programs at the Ridgewood YMCA.  The Program Coordinator will focus on program quality and delivery of services as well as training and development of the staff including but not limited to activity specialists and program aides.
 

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times.  
• Maintain accurate program documentation of but not limited to, participant files, YS.net data entry, attendance, sign in/out forms, behavior reports, incident reports, and accident reports, as appropriate. 
• Support the Program Director and supervise Activity Specialists, Counselors, Advisors, and Volunteers in the implementation of the Y Programs, Summer Camp Programs and CIT/STEP Programs.
• Work cooperatively with professional staff, teachers, and other program and school staff. 
• Promote an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment that embraces the diversity of all participants.
• Create and maintain a strength-based, youth-focused atmosphere that is consistent and sensitive to the needs of participants with learning, emotional, or behavioral differences.
• Create marketing flyers for program awareness and enrollment, update bulletin boards and create a monthly newsletter.
• Serve as a positive role model for participants. 
• Work with the Program Director to secure and maintain all equipment or supplies needed.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA’s core values and the goals of the Core Programs to participants and care givers. 
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about their child’s strengths and areas of growth.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings, and special events.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, YMCA of Greater New York, and funder standards, expectations, and regulations.   
• Other activities and duties as needed that will address the ongoing health and well-being of our staff members.
• Serves as MOD as assigned

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