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2026 - 2027 Plainfield YMCA - Site Supervisor

Greater Somerset County YMCA · Plainfield, NJ · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$22/hrPart-time

About the Role

An exciting opportunity to join a team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, serving upwards of 30,000 individuals.

The Plainfield YMCA, a branch of GSCY, is seeking School Age Child Care (SACC) Site Supervisors who are cause-driven leaders committed to nurturing and supporting children, promoting youth development, and fostering social responsibility. This fully on-site role involves supervising children at site-specific locations, creating a safe and caring atmosphere during the school year.

Spanish bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Maintains group belongings including state binder, student information sheets, necessary medications when off-site, and first aid kit as per SACC Licensing Requirements.
  • Coaches and guides site assistants/counselors and children during all activities throughout the day.
  • Plans, prepares, and implements daily activities for groups of 15-100 children.
  • Creates innovative games and challenging programs for children (ages 5-13), including Homework Time, Enrichment Activities, Organized Physical Activities, Free Play, and Snack Time.
  • Builds connections with kids and their caregivers by positively greeting them every day.
  • Maintains discipline with children during all activities under the guidance of the GSCYMCA Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Code of Conduct.
  • Leads a variety of activities, including field trips, games, and small or large group activities.
  • Provides a safe environment for children and follows all required safety procedures in case of emergency.
  • Engages each camper by name and communicates with them to ensure quality, fun, and a safe experience.
  • Effectively communicates group needs with leadership and daily happenings/incidents to parents.
  • Handles behavior, medical, and other incidents within their group, requesting assistance from leadership when necessary.
  • Develops an attractive, organized, clean, and stimulating space by:
    • Cleaning and disinfecting all equipment as per state requirements (daily or weekly).
    • Maintaining the site/room, equipment, and materials in an orderly and safe manner.
    • Setting up the site/room in advance of children's arrival and cleaning up after their departure.
  • Keeps the SACC & Camp Director apprised of situations requiring their attention related to children's behavior.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have a High School Diploma or a Bachelor's degree in childcare, education, or a related field, or a minimum of 2 years of experience working with children aged 5-12 years.
  • Must be capable of writing and executing daily, weekly, and/or themed lesson plans.
  • Must have experience working with children in a structured group setting.
  • Must have the ability to learn and think quickly to solve child-to-child situations.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.
  • Must complete all required background checks, training, and certifications.

Licensing Requirements

  • Become registered in the Workforce Registry through NJCCIS with an updated professional profile record (salary/title/hire date).
  • Meet CCDBG health and safety training requirements, including completion of the following:
    • Health and Safety Basics
    • Identifying Child Abuse and Neglect – Mandated Reporting
    • Foundations of Child Development or Youth Growth Development
    • CPR and First Aid
  • Complete criminal background check.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM. You must be able to work 5 days a week. If a flexible schedule is needed, it should be discussed during the interview.

Must have reliable transportation options as scheduling is based on coverage needs at multiple site locations.

Benefits

  • FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation.
  • 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA.
  • Access to one of the leading retirement programs, "Y Retirement Fund," from the first day of employment.
  • Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.
  • A supportive and inclusive community for people of all backgrounds and access to Employee Resource Networks.

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