Programs Assistant

Department: Recreation & Fitness

Type: Casual

Posted: 8 September 2025

Closes: 26 September 2025

THE ROLE

Do you have an interest in sports and working with children? Are you looking for extra work over the school holidays? Are you looking to be active while you work?

The Parks Recreation and Sports Centre would love to hear from you We are currently on the hunt for some new Programs Assistants to join our school holiday team. You will be running activities such as Nerf Wars, Dodgeball, Scooter Board Games, Parachute, and much more

You will play a key role in ensuring fun, safety, and an engaging experience for all participants. In this role, you will lead structured activities and games, maintain a safe and welcoming environment, and support customer satisfaction by providing enjoyable experiences.

Applicants must be available to work during the school holiday period and have full HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid and RRHAN-EC certificates. Training shifts will be provided during the September/October holidays, ready for work over December/January school holiday period.

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.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:

• HLTAID009 Perform CPR or equivalent
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid or equivalent
• Certificate of completion for "Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect" (RRHAN-EC) training

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.

• Terms and Conditions apply

LIKE TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Angela Mudri at

HOW TO APPLY

Does this sound like you? Please submit your expression of interest

You must address the key selection criteria in your application.

Applications close 26th September 2025

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes:

• 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.