YWCA OPEN POSITIONS

How to apply –

Email resumes to: careers@ywcatnva.org

Resume to or apply in person at: YWCA, 106 State Street, Bristol, TN 37620. Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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Powerhouse Coordinator - Glade Spring, VA

Job Purpose: The Powerhouse Coordinator is responsible for assisting the center’s director in the operational and programmatic needs of the center. This full-time, grant-funded position provides the opportunity to assist multiple SWVA communities in a real and impactful way.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

This position provides a unique opportunity to assist as Coordinator of a community wellness and resource center. The position will work with the Powerhouse Director and other staff to provide services and programming through the center and to build and collaborate with a robust network of service and referral organizations.

Center Community Coordinator:

As Coordinator, you will assist the Powerhouse Director on the interrelated pieces that make up the center’s operational and programmatic offerings, including

  • Interact with and support community members who utilize the center for programs and physical wellness.
  • Assist in the creation and maintenance of a calendar of events for the center.
  • Assist in the creation and implementation of activities and events that positively present the Powerhouse to the public.
  • Assist in disseminating PR materials about the center and its work.
  • Collaborate with other nonprofit entities in the region.
  • Strengthen YWCA's relationships and connections in the community.
  • Assist with oversight of the physical center.

Position Requirements:

Our clients and staff alike come from all walks of life. The role of Coordinator is open to a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Required qualifications include:

  • B.S. /B.A. degree in Human Services, Social Work, or related field preferred.
  • Proficiency in computer software applications as they apply to the position.
  • Dependable, strong work ethic.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team.
  • Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to define challenges and to create and implement solutions.
  • Strong problem solving and written/verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to focus on continuous improvement in the center’s program delivery.
  • Understanding of the community and partners and ability to communicate up, down and across the team.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks well.
  • Time management skills, especially familiarity with calendar management and goal setting.
  • Dedication to the YWCA mission of Eliminating Racism and Empowering Women.

General Requirements:

As a Powerhouse Coordinator and Family Navigator, you will be an integral part of our YWCA team. In addition to the job specifics detailed above, the following expectations extend to all YWCA staff members:

  • Maintain a professional, confidential, non-judgmental relationship with all clients, volunteers, and YWCA staff members.
  • Possess effective written and oral communication skills.
  • Maintain client files that ensure confidentiality.
  • Communicate and interact in a professional, cooperative manner with other staff and volunteers at the level necessary to ensure quality work.
  • Attend and participate in all staff and grant planning meetings.
  • Complete tasks as assigned by management within the time frame established.
  • Participate in and positively represent the YWCA during work related activities held outside of regular work hours.
  • Positively represent and promote the YWCA through community education and public relation efforts.
  • Works in a safety-conscious manner which ensures that safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace. Reports any safety violations or hazards.
  • Complies with YWCA policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Adhere to Drug Free Workplace policies.
  • Interact in a tactful, diplomatic, and humanistic manner with children, families, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers to provide a safe, efficient, and caring environment which ensures self-respect, personal dignity, rights, and physical safety of each person.
  • Maintain a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene, and dress code.
  • Takes positive action to ensure equal opportunity in the conduct of all business activities. without regard to race, color, region, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
  • Other duties as assigned, including serving as a representative on collaborative community teams as requested.

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.

  • Ability to work flexible, irregular hours with some regional travel.
  • Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
  • Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
  • Ability to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more.
  • Walking, standing, talking, and hearing.
  • Ability to lift and move 40+ pounds.

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Job Description

 Job Title:    AFTERSCHOOL LEAD EDUCATOR

Responsible to:           Director of YWCA TechGYRLS

Job Purpose:               Responsible for assisting the Director with planning and implementing a successful afterschool empowerment programs for girls in accordance with the policies and mission of the organization through direct interaction and supervision of afterschool participants.

Requirements:              Minimum of Associate Degree or three years of experience working with elementary and/or middle school youth 4th – 8th grade. At least 21 years of age in accordance with Tennessee Department of Education driver requirements.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Afterschool Lead Educator performs all of the following:

YWCA TechGYRLS Afterschool Program

    • Responsible for reading and understanding all YWCA and State of Tennessee standards, policies, and procedures
    • Ensures compliance at all times with all YWCA and State of Tennessee standards, policies and procedures
    • Operates the YWCA bus in the transportation of girls to and from the afterschool program and scheduled field trips ensuring compliance with all YWCA and State of Tennessee Department of Transportation and Department of Education policies and procedures
    • Responsible for direct supervision of girls at all times during program activities and field trips
    • Ensure completion of daily homework assignments and provide assistance as needed
    • Maintain accurate records including but not limited to; participant and parent information, attendance, meals, accidents, and medications administered
    • Communication of all relevant information concerning participants, incidents, etc. to Director as they occur
    • Assist with multi-age educational programs to include but not limited to:
      •  Math, science, reading and physical activities
      •  Technology
      •  Social skills
      •  Introduction to community resources
      •  Empowerment
    • Conducts age-appropriate weekly/monthly themed activities and special events in coordination with the Director of Afterschool
    • Implementation of a computer-based curriculum in a class room setting to include:
      • MicroWorlds
      • LEGO Mindstorms
      • Microsoft Office Programs
    • Provide first aid and medical assistance as needed
    • Supervise and ensure all girls are offered a nutritious snack immediately after school
    • Resolve conflict between participants
    • Maintain a clean and safe environment

Other

  • Participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings
  • Completes and maintains required training and certifications

Participate in program marketing in the community when necessary

  • Assist the Director of Afterschool with general office tasks
  • Maintain a positive, flexible and cooperative with all staff, volunteers and afterschool participants and parents
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of YWCA Tech Gyrls Afterschool program

Physical Demands

  • Walking, standing, talking and hearing.
  • Ability to sustain long hours of active work for 8 hours or more.
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds

Mental Demands

  • Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
  • Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
  • Ability to remain alert and energetic for 8 hours or more

Travel

  • Minimal. Some travel from facility to facility and trainings.

 

LEAD EDUCATOR – STATE STREET CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, Bristol, TN

Job description

The Lead Educator is responsible for ensuring the physical, mental, emotional and social well-being of the children in their care. The individual is expected to maintain age-appropriate classroom environment, lesson plans and activities that meet State of Tennessee Licensure Rules and Star Quality standards.

Schedule – This is a full-time position with benefits, scheduled 40 hours per week. Potential work hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Occasional evening or weekend training sessions may be required.

Education/Experience – Qualified applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent. CDA or Degree in related field and two (2) years of experience in a licensed center preferred.

Other Requirements - Must possess valid driver's license. YWCA is a drug free workplace. All employees are expected to refrain from the use of illegal substances.

Benefits – The YWCA offers the following benefits to full time employees:

  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacation
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance (Employer pays a portion of employees health and dental premiums)
  • Employer funded retirement plan (after 2 years employment, minimum hours requirement)
  • Childcare services – Discounted at any YWCA childcare center
  • Discount at Bristol Bridal Station

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Work Location: In person

 

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT – 2 LOCATIONS: WELLMONT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, Bristol, TN & YWCA, Bristol, TN

Job description

Educational Assistant – 6 weeks to 5 years of age

Description - The Educational Assistant is responsible for ensuring the physical, mental, emotional and social well-being of the children in their care. The individual is expected to assist the Lead Educator in maintaining age appropriate classroom environment, lesson plans and activities that meet State of Tennessee Licensure Rules and Star Quality standards for child care.

Schedule – Potential work hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:45 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Occasional evening or weekend training sessions may be required.

Education/Experience – Qualified applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Other Requirements -

-Must possess a valid driver's license

-Must be capable of lifting up to 40 lbs comfortably and without assistance

-Able to be active up to 8 hours

Benefits – The YWCA offers the following benefits to full time employees:

  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacation
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance (Employer pays a portion of employees health and dental premiums)
  • Employer funded retirement plan (after 2 years employment, minimum hours requirement)
  • Childcare services – Discounted at any YWCA childcare center
  • Discount at Bristol Bridal Station

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Work Location: In person

The YWCA NETN and SWVA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all