After School Youth Leader - La Vernia

Supervisory Duties

• Supervises children’s arrival and departures, accounting for the attendance of each child.
• Supervises children at all times both in small and large group activities.
• Directs and assists children with learning activities to include homework.
• Implements daily enrichment activities.
• Safely leads recreational activities.
• Provides age-appropriate behavioral guidance and support.
• Maintains program and facility cleanliness according to YMCA guidelines and standards.
• Buils partnerships with parents, school day care personnel, and the community.
• Distributes snacks and meals to participants in accordance with DFPS regulation.

Essential Functions

• Clocks in and out on time daily.
• Completes required on-going training to include: Pre-service, Great American Trainings, Minimum of 15 training hours annually, First Aid/CPR, Site based Meetings, All-Staff Meetings.
• Participates in school and branch events.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Adheres to all YMCA safety procedures.

Culture

In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Qualifications

• Monday-Friday Availability Required. Generally hours approximately 2:30pm-6:30pm.
• Preferred at least 6 months of childcare experience.
• Satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting check prior to beginning employment.
• Fee paid by employer.
• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Qualifying Work Study Program also Accepted.
• Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA approved basic life saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED.
• Must be able to establish and maintain harmonious relationships by promoting caring, honesty, respect and responsibility with staff, YMCA members, and program participants.
• Must be a positive role model to children, displaying emotional maturity and stability at all times.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Previous experience in building positive, authentic relationships with diverse populations.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is performed in an active environment.
• Incumbent must have the ability to communicate with staff, children and parents.
• This position requires high levels of attention and alertness.
• Visual acuity is required for child supervision.
• Repetitive stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods at a time is required, as well as, the ability to run and be able to participate in sports.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.

Leadership Competencies

• Inclusion
• Communication & Influence
• Developing Others