YSS Youth Program Coach (Creative Design)

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Youth Success Summit (YSS) Executive Director, the Youth Program Coach provides relationship based, culturally responsive, in person and virtual coaching to assigned afterschool and summer learning programs for the purpose of enhancing quality of services, increasing positive youth outcomes, and expanding youth opportunities in the Greater Akron area. Using a continuous improvement cycle, coaches assist afterschool and summer staff as they self-assess their program's strengths, develop actionable plans to address their needs, and provide professional learning opportunities to achieve their goals.

OUR COLLABORATION & CULTURE:This position supports the collaborative work of the Akron Area YMCA and the Youth Success Summit (YSS), leading nonprofits committed to strengthening the foundations of our community.

The YMCA's mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

YSS's core values are that youth are seen, heard, valued and empowered in leadership and governance, we will identify and eliminate inequities through intentional design, families are viewed as essential to youth development and learning, we will create environments where network members feel a sense of belonging to thrive personally, professionally, and in collaboration with others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - COACHING:

Delivering coaching in person and virtually to afterschool and summer program staff using various tools to support and grow their programs.
Provide culturally responsive coaching to guide and support youth programs through the quality improvement process and other program goals.
Support youth programs, YSS, and the organizations that support programming (i.e., civic, business, philanthropic) in identifying and eliminating any systemic disparities which may perpetuate inequities in youth participation and success.
Facilitate individual or group sessions to support sustainable change in staff performance and youth outcomes.
Attune to the needs of the individuals they are coaching and individualizing their approach as needed.
Lead reflective practice discussions to support the program lead and staff in identifying areas of existing strength and opportunities for new learning and growth using a variety of tools.
Model best practices that are culturally relevant and cognitively, linguistically, socially and emotionally appropriate and responsive.
Support programs to incorporate self-assessments, actionable improvement plans, and professional learning supports into their annual program cycles.
Design and deliver culturally responsive training and coaching services to support implementation of action plans.
Facilitate other Youth Success Summit training necessary to support the network.
Promote the Ohio afterschool Network (OAN) quality guidelines.
Stay abreast of current trends, research and issues relevant to licensed school age childcare and expanded learning opportunities and ensure YSS professional learning opportunities reflect current trends.
Promote the benefits of quality afterschool programs to the public and to key community partners.
Serve as an ambassador for the organization, both formally and informally, and promote YSS activities/resources through community presentations as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE:

Serving as a valued member of the Youth Success Summit team, participate in professional practices that support a cohesive team and meet shared goals for the organization.
Participate in team meetings and report on progress of programs to provide feedback for YSS improvement.
Record coaching activities, including hours on site and complete required project paperwork in a timely manner.
Work closely with Youth Success Summit staff to ensure coaching efforts are coordinated and aligned.
Maintain annual credential for program quality assessment tool.
Support event planning and YSS training as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS | ABUSE PREVENTION:

Upholding the YMCA's commitment to the safety and well-being of youth in our programs is a core responsibility of all staff regardless of position.
Attend required abuse risk management training.
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
Adhere to procedures related to managing and supervising high-risk activities.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Inclusion: Addresses behaviors and practices that do not support inclusion in positive and equitable ways. Models equity, inclusion, and cultural competence in all areas of work.
Collaboration: Identifies and builds relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support programs or projects. Builds effective teams by fostering common vision and plans.
Engaging Community: Ensures that services and engagements foster loyalty among those we serve. Ensures programs and services meet community needs. Intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture.
Communication & Influence: Writes clearly and concisely, using correct grammar, vocabulary, and appropriate tone for the message or audience. Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within area of responsibility. Adopts a personal leadership style or approach to influence others.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the out-of-school time field.
Must have reliable transportation and be able to regularly visit locations away from the primary work location.
Demonstrated positive youth outcomes in programming.
Knowledge of Ohio Afterschool Network (OAN) guidelines and program quality assessments tools.
Maintain a valid Ohio's driver's license and motor vehicle insurance.
BCI/FBI background check results prior to first day of work; results must be compliant with ODJFS Prohibitive Convictions per 5101:2-12 and 5101:2-13 of the Ohio Administrative Code
Preferred: Associate or higher degree in education, youth recreation, child development or other related field
Preferred: Supervisory experience
Preferred: A minimum of five (5) years of experience working with young people aged preschool to 24 years.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
Frequently required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.