7th Grade Initiative Staff
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7th Grade Initiative Staff

YMCA of Montclair

Job Location : Montclair,NJ, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-08T01:03:04Z

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To proceed with your application for this position, please complete the Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment linked below. Ensure you finish the assessment for your application to be reviewed.Behavioral Assessment LinkPosition SummaryThis role supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the general direction of the Teen Director, the 7th Grade Initiative employee is responsible for leading program activities, ensuring the participants safety and wellbeing, while providing an environment that fosters socialization with peersOur CultureAt the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each and every day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying and meeting our community needs.Essential Functions

  • Uphold the YMCA of Montclair commitment to caring for individuals and families, with a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility and basic principles of honesty, integrity, and a sincere commitment to our team members and our members.
  • Use initiative to interact with teens, fostering a welcoming and safe environment.
  • Adhere to check in and check out procedures daily with participants.
  • Ensure smooth transition between activities with participants
  • In collaboration with the Teen Department Lead to create and implement program activities with participants.
  • Familiarity with and ability to implement emergency procedures.
  • Champion gender and cultural diversity while successfully implementing and monitoring programs.
  • Engage teens in a friendly and age-appropriate manner and communicate with parents as necessary after a conversation with the Teen Director.
  • Maintain a safe work environment, free of clutter, debris and hazardous conditions.
  • Report all accidents and incidents involving self, participants, guests or other employees.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
  • Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants.
  • Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting procedures.
  • Ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked, will routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker rooms and restrooms) etc.
Leadership Competencies
  • CORE Values
  • Inclusion
  • Quality Results
  • Influence
  • Communication & Inclusion
  • Emotional Maturity
Qualifications
  • HS/GED required.
  • Must be 23 years of age.
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience working with teens and planning activities
  • Must have a CPR/AED and First Aid Certification OR get certified within 90 days of employment.
  • Excellent human relations, good organizational and communication skills.
  • Must be able to follow directions and adhere to policies and procedures.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting and moving program equipment up to 50 lbs.Company Benefits
  • Benefits include complimentary YMCA membership; accrued PTO; enrollment in the Y's retirement program (must complete 1000 hours within 2 years of service) with 12% of salary contributed by the Y; a rewarding career with professional growth and advancement opportunities; a challenging and fun work environment with creative and talented individuals.
  • Free YMCA Membership: Enjoy access to our YMCA facilities at no cost.
  • 25% Discount on YMCA Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates.
  • Employee Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on various products and services.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Eligibility after 120 days of employment.
  • Paid Holidays: Enjoy paid time off.
HOURLY PAY RATE: Up to $16.13WORK SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday: 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelEntry level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionOther
  • IndustriesNon-profit Organizations

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