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Our Organizational Culture

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Position Summary

The Community Programs Assistant supports the delivery of engaging and enriching experiences for youth and families at the Chinatown YMCA. Working under the supervision of Program Site Coordinators and Directors, this role assists with enrichment activities, family events, and food programs. The ideal candidate is flexible, proactive, and dependable, with a commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and positive environment throughout the program.

Job Responsibilities

Program Support & Youth Engagement

• Assist in planning and leading enrichment activities and family events for youth and adults.

• Engage participants in meaningful, age-appropriate experiences that foster personal growth and development.

• Set a positive example for staff, children, and volunteers.

Safety & Risk Management

• Enforce YMCA safety policies, supervision standards, and mandated reporting requirements.

• Monitor participants' activities, enforce safety regulations, and respond swiftly to emergency situations.

• Ensure all program activities adhere to YMCA of San Francisco's child safety protocols and best practices.

Administrative & Compliance

• Maintain accurate program records, including attendance logs, emergency information, and policy documentation.

• Follow guidelines outlined in the YMCA of San Francisco Child Care Staff Manual.

• Ensure all youth programs comply with safety and security requirements.

Communication & Collaboration

• Foster respectful and professional communication with staff, participants, parents, and volunteers.

• Incorporate input from parents, participants, and staff when planning activities.

• Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This position operates in a dynamic youth program setting, which may include indoor and outdoor environments. The role requires frequent movement, including standing, walking, bending, and engaging in physical activities with youth. Candidates must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and demonstrate the ability to actively supervise participants. The work schedule may include weekends and occasional evenings, depending on program needs.

Disclaimers

• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification. Some positions may also require a credit check.

• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA of Greater San Francisco promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.

• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified by management as needed.

• Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Salary Description

The salary for this position ranges from $20 to $22 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and internal salary benchmarking. Compensation is aligned with grant funding approval and budget availability for the position as required.