Commonpoint
Program Coordinator, Health & Wellness Activities
Queens County, New York•Full-time
$55 - $60 annually
$55 - $60 annually
About the Job
About Commonpoint
Commonpoint is a non-profit, multi-service agency providing a diverse array of programs and services to over 35,000 community members across 34 sites. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life within an inclusive environment that facilitates growth, meets individual needs, and builds community.
Position Objective
The Health & Wellness Youth Activities Coordinator drives the execution, expansion, and operational excellence of youth sports, dance, and seasonal camp programming at our Central Queens location. This dynamic leadership role blends direct program delivery and curriculum development with high-level operational management. As a primary ambassador for our community families, you will spearhead staff development, optimize facility utilization, and ensure exceptional service delivery.
Core Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Instructional Excellence
● Direct Instruction: Facilitate and lead 3-6 youth sports or dance classes per semester, modeling high-quality engagement and instructional best practices. ● Curriculum Design: Design, implement, and continuously elevate innovative, age-appropriate curricula focused on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and youth skill development.
● Quality Assurance: Monitor enrollment trends, evaluate program success, and introduce new weekend and seasonal activities to maximize client retention and community reach.
Operational & Facility Management
● Facility Optimization: Oversee scheduling, space allocations, and rentals for the gymnasium and community rooms to achieve an annual revenue target of $175K. ● Guest & Client Experience: Direct day-to-day front desk and registration operations, cultivating a warm, welcoming, and solution-oriented environment for families. ● Business Operations: Manage department fiscal processes, including budget monitoring, billing, expense tracking, and contract/data compliance in alignment with agency standards.
● Safety & Resource Stewardship: Supervise equipment inventory, safety protocols, and facility cleanliness to ensure optimal operational continuity.
Team Development & Leadership
● Talent Management: Recruit, onboard, train, and evaluate part-time sports/dance instructors, administrative assistants, and front desk supervisors.
● Workforce Enablement: Build dynamic staff schedules, coordinate substitute coverage, and lead ongoing professional development and staff training sessions. Seasonal Camp Leadership
● Summer & Mini Camps: Serve in a key leadership capacity (e.g., Operations Manager, Assistant Director, or Lead Coordinator) for the 8-week Summer Day Camp and late-August End of Summer Mini Camps.
● Regulatory Compliance: Direct camp operations, schedules, and staffing to ensure complete compliance with Commonpoint standards and NYCDOH regulations.
Qualifications & Experience
● Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Sports Management, or a related field preferred.
● Experience:
○ Minimum 3 years of experience working with youth/teen populations and planning community-based activities.
○ 1–2 years of experience managing staff, supervising programs, or leading facility operations.
○ Proven experience as a lead sports or dance instructor with the ability to design engaging curriculum.
● Technical Skills: Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets), database management, and an ability to quickly adapt to proprietary registration platforms. ● Core Competencies: Strong interpersonal communication, exceptional multitasking abilities, strategic problem-solving skills, and a clear dedication to the organization's community mission.
● Certifications: CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire); ability to obtain NYCDOH Camp Director certification.
Physical Demands & Travel
● Regularly requires active movement including standing, walking, demonstrating athletic movements, and lifting up to 35 pounds.
● Ability to travel between local programming sites as operationally required. Work
Schedule & Compensation
● Hours: 35 hours per week (Tuesday – Saturday schedule, typically 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM weekdays; alternating morning/afternoon Saturday shifts). Note: Shifts shift to a Monday – Friday schedule during the summer camp season.
● Compensation: $55,000 – $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience. ● Benefits: Professional non-profit environment, comprehensive benefits package including a 403(b) and pension plan.
About Commonpoint
Commonpoint is a community centric nonprofit, serving diverse audiences through every chapter of life, across the five boroughs and beyond. We offer a rich range of services through our vast network of professionals, social workers, and volunteers, giving people the tools and resources to connect and grow.At every stage and every age, regardless of disability or ability, people can look to Commonpoint to find care during a crisis, access opportunities to grow, and deepen their sense of connection to those around them. From summer camps and job training to food pantries and private pool clubs, Commonpoint is by your side. We are proud of our clients, partners, and team members who lift each other up, building relationships for a lifetime. Because being a part of Commonpoint is investing in a community where everyone is invited and welcome.