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Now Hiring: ACES Coordinator @ YMCA of Alaska, Anchorage. Help Anchorage’s seniors thrive with fun programming. Apply today!
Job Description
The ACES (Active, Connected, Energetic Seniors) Coordinator is responsible for developing,
coordinating, and growing the YMCA of Alaska's ACES program for older adults ages 62+.
This position creates opportunities that promote physical activity, wellness, social
connection, lifelong learning, and community engagement.
The coordinator builds strong relationships with participants, volunteers, YMCA staff, and
community partners while ensuring programs are welcoming, inclusive, safe, and responsive
to the needs and interests of older adults.
Benefits include: Free membership, Professional Development, Program Discounts, Flexible Schedule, Retirement*, and more!
Qualifications
. Associate degree in gerontology, health and wellness, recreation, social services,
exercise science, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and experience
may be considered.
2. Experience working with older adults, wellness, recreation, community programs, or a
related field preferred.
3. Experience coordinating programs, events, volunteers, or community partnerships
preferred.
4. Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
5. Ability to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for people of varying ages,
abilities, and backgrounds.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
7. Enthusiastic, positive, and service-oriented attitude.
8. Ability to facilitate groups and lead activities.
9. CPR/First Aid certification within three months of hire.
10. Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
11. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.
12. Commitment to the mission and values of the YMCA.
Essential Functions
1. Develop, implement, coordinate, and grow ACES programming in alignment with the
YMCA mission and Healthy Living goals.
2. Plan and coordinate a variety of activities for older adults, including fitness, wellness
education, seminars, social activities, recreation, crafts, games, clubs, volunteer
opportunities, and special events.
3. Build strong relationships with ACES participants and create a welcoming environment
that encourages connection, belonging, and continued engagement.
4. Work with YMCA staff, instructors, volunteers, and community partners to provide
quality programs and resources for older adults.
5. Recruit, coordinate, and support ACES volunteers and program presenters as needed.
6. Develop and maintain an annual ACES program calendar and coordinate program
logistics, including space, supplies, instructors, volunteers, and communication.
7. Identify the needs and interests of participants and use feedback and participation
data to improve and develop programming.
8. Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations and partners that
provide resources, education, wellness services, and opportunities for older adults.
9. Represent the YMCA and ACES at community events, presentations, health fairs, and
outreach activities.
10. Maintain accurate attendance, participation, program statistics, and other required
records.
11. Assist with developing and monitoring the ACES program budget and purchasing
supplies within established YMCA procedures.
12. Assist with marketing and promotion of ACES programs in collaboration with the
Health & Wellness and Marketing teams.
13. Ensure programs meet YMCA standards for safety, quality, inclusion, and risk
management.
14. Respond to participant questions, concerns, and complaints in a timely and
professional manner.
15. Participate in staff meetings, trainings, committees, special events, and YMCA
initiatives as assigned.
16. Support the YMCA's annual campaign and help communicate the Y's mission and
impact to members, participants, volunteers, and the community.
17. Maintain professional development and current knowledge of older adult wellness,
healthy aging, physical activity, and community resources.
18. Demonstrate the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and
Fun.
19. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies
Our Mission- To put Christian principles into practice that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Our Vision- We envision our nonprofit organization – in partnership with others – as an intergenerational community hub with programs, services, and resources available to all persons, regardless of status or ability to pay, that will enable them to improve their quality of life.
Our Impact- The Y is an all-inclusive organization dedicated to making an impact through life-changing services and programs that make our community stronger than yesterday by giving promise for a better future and providing a safe place where everyone belongs.
Our Core Values- Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Fun
Required Certifications
CPR/First Aid certification and YUSA Leader Certification within three months of hire.