Lead Enrichment Specialist

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves.   If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Enrichment Specialist is the lead supervisor of youth and teens during youth development programming, facilitating their participation in youth and teen programs. The Enrichment Specialist will:

• Prepare and submit lesson plans that meet the individual needs of the participants and the overall goals of the program
• Run activities while being active with youth in the designated activity area; Check participants in and out of program
• Know and understand the safety aspects regarding youth development activity
• Demonstrate a commitment to Y Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility; Perform additional duties as needed

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must be able to demonstrate skills/games/activities and explain them clearly.
• Responsible for the safety of all participants during class time.
• Must work with individuals within a structured/loosely structured environment.
• Report to work prepared and adheres to the Y dress code.
• Knows emergency procedures and the location of emergency equipment.
• Attends meetings, staff meetings, and instructor workshops as required.
• Maintains all personal certifications, attending workshops and recertification training as needed or required.
• Keeps all working areas clean and safe.
• Responsible for orienting and hosting volunteers and visitors appropriately
• Responsible for recruiting youth and families to participate in programs
• Additional responsibilities may be asked depending on the nature of the program and any limitations that the staff may have