Community Services Program Assistant

Careersby Empowering Futures, Building Communities

Imagine going to work each day knowing that your efforts positivelyimpactindividuals and communities. Asa global movement and thenation’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the YMCA of Greater San Francisco offers more than just a job—we offer a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in your community.

At the Y, you can uncover your passion and build a lifelong career addressing some of the nation’s most pressing social issues.

At the YMCAof Greater San Francisco , we are committed todemonstratingvalues thataimtobuilding strong communities where you can
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Truth & Courage
, we strive to understand and act on individual and societal truths. We ensure a safe and inclusive environment with
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, as we respond to community needs through strong partnerships.

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,treating everyone with respect and compassion, andrecognizingthe inherent dignity in all individuals.

Under the leadership of the Community Services Coordinator, the YMCA Community Services Assistant will assist with our branch’sImmigrant

Support Center whichisfunded through Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development.

This position will also be supporting resident services and programming at Broadway Cove. Duties include planning and implementing recreational activities, checking in regularly with participants, providing and connecting resources and services, supporting community program events, supervision of participants, collecting participant feedback, and providing administrative support. The goal of the program is to engage, collaborate, and provide resources for families living in Chinatown SROs and the surrounding community.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with program participants.
• Supervise and actively engage with youth during program activities.
• Provide resources, referrals, and ongoing support to families.
• Respond promptly and courteously to participant concerns or inquiries.

• Plan and implement weekly youth enrichment activities and family-focused social events.
• Assist in the planning and facilitation of monthly workshops.
• Assist with the coordination and execution of community program events.

• Assist with volunteer recruitment, training, and management.

• Support program administrative tasks, including data collection, reporting, and grant-related documentation.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bilingual:
  Must be able to read, write, and speak Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, reliable, and highly organized.
• Ability to work effectively onsite and offsite as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

• Ability to work in diverse settings, including community spaces and program sites.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs for program/event materials.
• Ability to stand, sit, and engage with participants for extended periods.

• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification. Some positions may also require a credit check.
• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCAof Greater San Francisco promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.
• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified by management as needed.
• Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance.
  
  Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

The hourly rate for this position is $23.00– $24.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and alignment with salary benchmarks for similar roles. Compensation is in accordance with grant funding approval and program budget requirements.