Coordinator of Teen and Young Adult Engagement

Job Description

Job Description

Established in 1917, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the “Y”) is a not-for-profit Jewish Community Center that welcomes people of all backgrounds and beliefs. We offer a wide range of educational, recreational, and social service programs to enhance the quality of life of the people we serve. From top-notch early childhood education and youth development programs to innovative senior center services, there’s always something for everyone at the Y!

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Coordinator of Teen and Young Adult Engagement will create and oversee programs that engage individuals from middle school to young adulthood. The role will also involve preparing for programs held at Camp Twelve Trails.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with the Managing Director of Jewish Life to create opportunities to engage local community individuals, representing the diverse population of the region the Y serves. Develop activities and programs for participants ages middle school through young adulthood, including those related to existing programs like Be Me and activities funded by SONYC.
• Plan and facilitate meetings, including guest speakers and special events, for Youthbridge Upper Manhattan. Recruit participants from the neighborhood, partner organizations, and the Y’s SONYC programs.
• Plan and facilitate special events and ongoing activities that bring together young adults from across Northern Manhattan to increase their engagement with the Y, including quarterly “Open Mic” events for young adults.
• Develop relationships with schools, Jewish organizations, and community organizations to interface with teens and young adults.
• Communicate with families of middle and high-school-age children regularly about program highlights and any concerns that need to be addressed.
• Create and distribute marketing materials.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• Part-time position.
• Approximately 10 to 15 hours per week during the year.
• Some evening and Sunday work hours may be required.

COMPENSATION: 

• $30 per hour worked.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Proven planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate in a variety of settings and styles clearly and appropriately.
• Able to present in front of large groups of participants.
• Proficient in using Google Suite, MS Office applications, social media, and other technology platforms for youth programs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Spanish language-speaking preferred.
• Experience facilitating inter-cultural dialogue.
• Experience in program design, primarily those that support individuals from middle school through young adulthood age.

WORK AUTHORIZATION & CLEARANCE:

• Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Must pass the background check, medical tests, fingerprinting through the Department of Health and Department of Education, and other pre-employment requirements.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.