Coordinator of Family Programs at Greater Burlington YMCA

Description

The Greater Burlington YMCA is seeking a passionate and driven Coordinator of Family Programs to join our Family Programs team. In this full-time role, you’ll take the lead on Member Child Care (MCC), Birthday Parties, and other core family offerings, while also having the opportunity to shape the future of the department with your own creativity and ideas. From day-to-day operations and staff development to hands-on program delivery, you’ll ensure our programs are safe, inclusive, and mission driven.

Beyond the essentials, this role offers the chance to bring your passions to life—whether that’s launching new youth experiences, reimagining family events, or building programs that strengthen community connections. Working in close partnership with the Director of Family Programs, you’ll help grow the department in exciting new directions while making a lasting impact on the families we serve.

Schedule and Location

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position located at our 298 College Street facility in downtown Burlington, Vermont.

• September through June: Required schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, to ensure coverage of weekend programs like birthday parties and family events.
• Summer (June through August): Shifts transition to Monday through Friday to oversee our in-house summer camp program.
  

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At the Y, you’ll be part of a passionate team committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We offer:

• A mission-focused culture that promotes teamwork, purpose, and impact
• Comprehensive benefits, including:
  • Health, dental, and free vision insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) option
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Participation in the YMCA Retirement Fund, a fully funded 12% employer contribution (once eligibility requirements are met), with additional voluntary savings options
• Up to 20 PTO days in your first year, plus 6 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• A free family YMCA membership
• Priority access to YMCA early childhood and afterschool programs through our childcare waitlist system
• Leadership development, hands-on program innovation, and the chance to positively impact families and youth in your community
  

What You’ll Do

• Oversee Member Child Care (MCC):
  Manage day-to-day operations, staff scheduling, and family communication. Hire, train, and support MCC staff, while maintaining compliance with policies and procedures. Serve in direct service within MCC at least 15 hours per week.
• Coordinate Family Programming & Events:
  Serve as Camp Director for school vacation and summer camps, oversee birthday parties and assist with programs such as Kids Night Out, and Sunday Family Rec. Provide a minimum of 5 hours of direct service per week.
• Support Administration and Collaboration:
  Work closely with the Director of Family Programs on weekly planning, staffing needs, and visioning. Contribute to new program ideas, cross-department collaboration, and event support (e.g., KidsFest).
• Provide Leadership and Supervision:
  Create a positive and inclusive environment for children, families, and staff. Step in to support programs during peak times or staff absences. Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders.
• Grow and Innovate Programs: Bring your creativity and passion to expand and shape the future of family and teen programming. Develop new experiences that reflect the Y’s mission and meet the evolving needs of our community. 

Requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible for the starting rate of $18.00/hour. Additional compensation is determined based on experience and education aligned with the preferred qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children or teens in a structured setting.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience supervising others or leading a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Recreation, Human Services, or related field.
• Experience working with children in an educational, recreational, or programmatic setting, with milestones recognized at 2,5,10,15+ years
• Prior experience managing and growing childcare, teen programs, or summer camps.
• 2 years experience leading a team or supervising staff.
• Completion of DEI-specific training, coursework, or certification, with a minimum of 40 hours or the equivalent of a college course.
• Familiarity with YMCA platforms (e.g., Daxko, ZoomShift, Paylocity) or similar tools
• 3 college credits in behavioral intervention, special education, or child development.
• 2+ years of direct experience in special education or behavioral intervention.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those necessary for the role and are essential to

ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our care. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Ability to effectively supervise and ensure the safety of children by maintaining visual and auditory awareness in various environments, including classrooms, outdoor play areas, and other program spaces.
• Ability to lift, carry, or support children up to 35 pounds as needed for care, safety, and engagement.
• Ability to engage in active participation in all aspects of the program, including assisting with activities such as swim and gym. This may involve frequent movement, such as kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to the physical and emotional needs of children, including in emergency situations.
• Staff in this role should expect to receive training, as needed, in basic medical support and physical assistance procedures to help ensure that all children can participate safely and fully. This may include but is not limited to tasks such as assisting a child who uses a wheelchair, helping manage medical needs like diabetes, or administering emergency medications as trained.