Recreational Youth Program Coordinator

ABOUT US

Established in 1957, Willow Oaks is a member-owned country club located in the heart of Richmond on the banks of the picturesque James River. Athletic facilities include an 18-hole golf course with practice facilities; eight lighted outdoor & four indoor tennis courts; fitness facilities, Kid's Club area, a 6600 square-foot swimming pool and more. Dining facilities include a formal dining room & lounge; member grill & bar; banquet rooms; several private rooms in the historic main house plus a pool snack bar.

THE POSITION

Willow Oaks Country Club is looking to invite the right individual into our organization as the Youth Program Coordinator. This position requires someone with an infectiously positive attitude, strong creative thinking skills and finds sincere enjoyment in working with children and youths. Our Youth Program Coordinator provides valuable youth programs including youth camps and daily childcare. In addition, they oversee the department's hourly youth counselors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to,

• Create and implement programming for youth, including tweens and teens.
• Organize, supervise and actively participate in the successful production and delivery of youth programs including youth camps, daily childcare, and other special events that require youth counselors.
• Maintain and organize supplies and equipment.
• Hire, train, coach, evaluate and schedule youth staff.
• Ensure appropriate staffing for all programs, activities and Kids' Club.
• Collaborate with departments throughout the club in the planning of youth activities.
• Assist in all youth and club wide events as needed, including Halloween, Breakfast with Santa, Easter, Memorial Day, Labor Day and July 4 festivities.
• Assist in cross-training youth staff to work the pool desk.
• Assist in the supervision of the pool desk.
• Maintain records including member visits and member billing.
• Complete any other task contributing to the success of the Youth and Aquatics Department
• Provide support to the Director of Fitness

Hours are typically M-F 8am to 1pm. Hours are dependent on required events such as our summer teen pool party, gingerbread house decorating, Halloween event, etc.

Certifications:

Candidates MUST carry a Infant/Child First Aid, CPR and AED certifications.

This is a rewarding position that offers great pay, low cost Medical & Dental Insurance, company paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance, company paid Life Insurance plus free lunch & dinner daily. Candidates must be able to pass drug test and background check prior to starting.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48, $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• A large part of this position during the slow season is childminding. Please indicate if you are willing and able to watch no more than 8 children ages 0-7.
• The salary range for this job is $48,000 - $50,000 annually based on experience. Please indicate if this salary range is acceptable to you.
• Describe your experience working with children ages 7-14.
• You will be asked to complete a background check, drug screen (does not test for THC) and show proof of eligibility to work in the US before starting. Do you anticipate any issues with any of these items? If so, please explain below.
• Describe your experience working with children ages infant-6.
• Describe your experience planning youth events, one day (or longer) camps, and summer activities.
• Are you able to work some evenings, weekends and holidays?

Experience:

• working with youth: 3 years (Required)
• managing/supervising : 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person