Program Coordinator

An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million.

The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: http://gscymca.org

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Youth Program Director, the Coordinator supports the successful delivery of Department or Function. This is done through support with scheduling, staff oversight, program development, and any other functions that support the branches’ goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee and manage child care and youth programs, including daily operations, activity planning, scheduling, facility coordination, and maintaining program records and compliance documentation.
• Manage program administration and enrollment operations, including application processing, registration systems, attendance tracking, and maintaining accurate participant and program data.
• Ensure program quality, safety, and compliance with organizational standards, state licensing, and other regulatory or stakeholder requirements through regular evaluation, inspections, and adherence to best practices.
• Lead program development and continuous improvement, including assessing community needs, expanding offerings, and monitoring program participation and outcomes.
• Train, schedule, and support staff and volunteers, fostering a diverse, high-performing team and supporting professional development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, families, community partners, and stakeholders while delivering excellent customer service and clear communication.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to provide operational support, ensure coverage, and contribute to organizational goals and strategic initiatives.
• Support marketing, outreach, and community engagement efforts, including promotion of programs, participation in events, fundraising, and committee involvement.
• Maintain accurate reporting and program data to support evaluation, funding requirements, and organizational decision-making.
• Participate in ongoing training and perform additional duties as needed to support overall operations.