Program Specialist (Art)- Brandywine YMCA Family Location

Our Promise:

Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others

Benefits & Perks:

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15.00 – $20.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

An Enrichment Program Specialist of Art is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Art enrichment programs that enhance the educational, creative, and recreational experiences of participants. The program is designed to offer additional learning opportunities outside of the traditional curriculum, providing children, teens, with experiences that foster personal growth, creativity, leadership, and skills development.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Design and plan enriching activities and programs that align with the organization’s goals, focusing on art.
2. Create a curriculum or activity plan for each program, ensuring it is engaging and age appropriate.
3. Adapt activities based on participant needs, interests, and feedback.
4. Facilitate activities and provide instruction or supervision to participants during sessions.
5. Track and monitor participant progress and feedback to assess the effectiveness of the programs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in program development, education, or recreation (1-3 years preferred).
• Experience working with a variety of age groups (children, teens, adults) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Multi-lingual skills
• Experience working with children, youth, and families.

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer.  The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.  In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit,  hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.   Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.