Program Coordinator

**Department**: Performing Arts and Events

**Type**: Casual

**Posted**: 19 September 2025

**Closes**: 5 October 2025

**THE ROLE**

Join Our Award-Winning Youth Theatre Team

The Parks Theatre is on the lookout for a dynamic and dedicated Program Coordinator to help lead our multi award-winning Parks Youth Theatre Program and support a range of exciting in-house productions. We’re seeking someone who:

- Has experience working with young people in creative or educational settings
- Brings a strong background in the performing arts—especially musical theatre or dance
- Is passionate about nurturing emerging talent and creating vibrant, inclusive theatre
experiences

Availability Requirements:

- Tuesday evenings during school terms
- Sundays during Terms 1 & 3
- Flexible hours outside of these times
- Increased availability during school holidays is a plus

This is a part-time role (approximately 2 days per week) with room to grow. If you’re enthusiastic, collaborative, and ready to make a meaningful impact through the arts, we’d love to hear from you

**ABOUT THE Y**

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With approximately 1,000 employees (and growing), we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community. All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive, and satisfying life.

Our vision is to see** “lives enriched through wellbeing”** in this wider, and more integrated sense across all of the South Australian communities in which we work.\

**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE**
- (HLTAID0011) Provide First Aid or equivalent
- (HLTAID009) Provide CPR or equivalent
- RRHAN-EC Masterclass - Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education & Care.
- (SITHFAB02) Provide responsible service of alcohol (Desirable)

**THE BENEFITS**
- The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.
- Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together*
- Enjoy 20% off discounts - programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services*
- Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development.
- Join a passionate team of professional individuals that work to inspire the community.
- Access to learning and development programs that will allow you to build key skills and further your career.
- Terms and Conditions apply

**LIKE TO KNOW MORE?**

**HOW TO APPLY**

Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter

**Applications close 5th October 2025.**

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

**COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN**
- National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
- DHS Working With Children Check
- International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.