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Youth & Teen Assistant Coordinator

CompanySilver Bay YMCA
LocationSilver Bay
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 13, 2026
About The Company
Silver Bay YMCA is a 118-year old conference and family retreat center on the shores of Lake George. Silver Bay hosts conferences, family reunions, family vacations, spiritual retreats, youth retreats, and men's and women's retreats on a 700-acre waterfront campus within the Adirondack Park of New York State. Silver Bay has a variety of accommodations from private-bath rooms and shared-bath rooms in historic buildings to private cottages located on the periphery of the campus. Silver Bay offers accommodations to fit all groups’ needs and budgets. Silver Bay also offers an array of meeting spaces to fit the needs of your group; ranging from quaint enclosed pavilions and historic halls to a 700 person Auditorium. As a courtesy to all conferences and groups, Silver Bay provides standard audio/visual as well as conferencing equipment and set up at no additional charge. At the heart of Silver Bay are dozens of activities for all ages. Learn lifetime activities including archery, boating, crafts, music, nature, and much more. As a membership organization comprised of 1500 families from the local community, throughout the Northeast and around the world, we offer a place for all. As a member of Silver Bay YMCA, you can swim and paddle on one of the cleanest lakes in the world; hike our many groomed trails, or relax on the Inn porch in one of our famous rockers. As a community outreach organization, we provide services to our regional youth, adults and seniors through our: Cancer Respite Program Youth & Government program Youth Music Camp Fitness and Social programs for youth and adults in the winter and spring months Brookside/Trinity Community House Retreat Ministry YMCA Teen Center - Ticonderoga
About the Role

Description

Position Summary:  The ideal candidate will monitor the program participants and staff in both the Ticonderoga Teen Center as well as the Silver Bay Summer Camp. This role will report to the Youth & Teen Coordinator. The Silver Bay Summer camp runs May-August, The Teen Center Sept-May.


Supervisory Responsibilities: FT and PT Teen Center staff, Summer Seasonal Silver Camp staff.


Essential Functions Part 1: Teen Center

1. Able to work with a flexible weekly program that offers a supervised teen center and a variety of activities from lock-ins (overnights), dances, and leadership development for youth ages 13 to 18. 

2. Works with Youth & Teen Coordinator to create and plan physical, social and educational opportunities; Prepares the necessary supplies for activities.

3. Leads and takes part in physical, social and educational activities offered to participants at the Teen Center.

4. Meet with the Youth & Teen Coordinator every week to discuss youth participation in programs, review issues/concerns, and coordinate programming.

5. Serve as primary advisor for Leaders Club, organize and lead regular meetings with values activities, plan and execute community service projects, and transport/chaperone teens to YMCA Teen Leaders Club Northeast Regional Rallies. 

6. Keep an accurate attendance list of the participants in each program and return all attendance records to the Youth & Teen Coordinator.

7. Participate in and help lead group training programs for emergency procedures and other activities scheduled by the Youth & Teen Coordinator.  

8. Assist Youth and Teen Coordinator with parent/guardian communications and publications including monthly calendars and newsletters.  

9. Maintain Silver Bay YMCA’s commitment to customer service by being punctual, prepared for programs, and friendly to staff, youth and their parents/guardians.

10. Responsible for monitoring participant sign-in/sign-out and knowing where participants are at all times.

11. Oversee opening and closing procedures in the absence of the Youth and Teen Coordinator. 


Essential Functions Part 2: Silver Camp

  1. Helps Youth & Teen Coordinator Implement YMCA character development goals for Silver Camp and ensure programs/services meet community needs.
  2. Assists in the implementation of programs and activities at Silver Camp that foster the physical, social and intellectual growth of campers.
  3. Works with Youth & Teen Coordinator on staff training, including safety, lesson plans, emergency procedures, policies regarding hikes, waterfront, archery, health and safety.
  4. Leads and takes part in physical, social and educational activities offered to Silver Camp attendees.
  5. Directly manages Silver Camp staff in the absence of the Youth & Teen Coordinator.
  6. Monitors required staff-to-camper ratios, assists with swimming activities as needed.
  7. Coordinates usage of facilities for Silver Camp; ensures site cleanliness. 
  8. Communicates clearly and courteously with staff, parents, volunteers and children. 
  9. Inspects and evaluates equipment on a daily and weekly basis; notifies supervisor of necessary repairs. Performs other      duties, as requested.
  10. As a 24-hour operation, all staff may be asked to work weekends, evenings, night shifts and/or holidays to serve our members, guests, and program participants. 

Requirements

  • Previous experience in implementing fun, meaningful, and age-appropriate programs for youth and teens preferred. 
  • Must be able to maintain effective working relationships with staff, peers, children, volunteers, and parents who represent a diverse community. 
  • Strong customer service skills and the ability to enforce rules in a professional and positive manner is a must.
  • CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications or willingness to be certified.
  • Child Abuse Prevention and other Y training is required within 14 days of hire.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills are required. 
  • Basic MS computer skills required.
  • Valid Driver’s License required.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time to work at the computer or facilitate group activities. Must have the ability to adjust to effectively relate to each child. Other physical requirements may include reaching, kneeling, and the ability to lift 15 pounds. 

Key Skills
Youth DevelopmentProgram PlanningLeadershipCommunicationCustomer ServiceOrganizational SkillsTeam ManagementSafety ProceduresActivity CoordinationCommunity EngagementTrainingAttendance TrackingEmergency ProceduresRelationship BuildingChild SafetyFirst AidCPR
Categories
EducationSocial ServicesSports & RecreationCustomer Service & SupportManagement & Leadership
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Youth & Teen Assistant Coordinator will monitor program participants and staff at the Ticonderoga Teen Center and Silver Bay Summer Camp, ensuring a safe and engaging environment. They will assist in planning and implementing activities, manage staff, and maintain communication with parents and guardians.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
80
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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