Director Football Development Jobs in Secaucus, NJ

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers - to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
Tohelp fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, andcollaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and"LEAP" career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, PersonalGrowth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust,inclusion, growth, and development for all. 
The West Side YMCA is seeking an Activity Specialist who will play a criticalrole in providing academic enhancement and enrichment in the Y Afterschoolprogram, including Holiday Camps. The Activity Specialist will be responsiblefor providing a safe and positive environment for school-age children and forproviding opportunities for learning, interaction, and academic or personalgrowth. Specifically, the Activity Specialist will prepare anddeliver age-appropriate flag football instruction for all grades in the Y Afterschool program.
Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of participants in the program by providing appropriate supervision at all times. 
• Plan and implement meaningful activities and special events that are age-appropriate, exciting, challenging, and value-based.
• Teach participants the fundamentals of flag football, including activities that build their level of skill and confidence.
• Coordinate and present a culminating performance at the end of the program cycle, if applicable.
• Work cooperatively with Afterschool Counselors, 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.
• Maintain accurate program documentation (sign-in/sign-out forms, attendance sheets, behavior reports, and incident reports, as appropriate). 
• Serve as a positive role model for participants.
• Work with the Site Director to secure and maintain all equipment or supplies needed for the program activities.
• Understand and communicate the YMCA's core values and the goals of the Y Afterschool Program to participants and caregivers.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians and caregivers through regular communication about their child's strengths and areas for growth.
• Prepare the learning environment, lessons, and necessary supplies for the program activities. 
• 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. 

Desired Skills & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. College credits preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with youth, specificallyworking with children and planning flag football activities.
• Formal certification in flag football required.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills, leadershipqualities, and comfortable working with diverse youth and adults. 

Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual's employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.
Howto Apply:
If you would like to be amember of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submityour resume and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in therole and our organization.
If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit yourapplication through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.