Assistant LEAPS Coordinator - Part Time

About the role

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. Under the direction of the Senior Program Director, the Assistant NYS Learning and Enrichment After-school Program Supports (LEAPS) Coordinator will plan, organize, and lead a comprehensive enrichment program for approximately children. The Assistant LEAPS Coordinator assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

Responsibilities

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Plans, coordinates, organizes and leads all daily program activities.
• Provides leadership to staff, ensures adequate coverage for all activities.
• Observes and follows the School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
• Maintains records related to the program.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all applicable SCSD policies.
• Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department offerings and member engagement.
• Oversee, and assist with hiring, all LEAPS program staff.
• Oversee both academic and arts/enrichment program curriculum and lesson plans.
• Collect and organize program data.
• Process payroll for all program staff.
• Purchase all necessary program supplies.
• Communicate and collaborate with families, caregivers, and partners.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to contribute to the overall success of the YMCA.

YMCA Leadership Competencies

• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, PE, or related field
• New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential
• School Age Child Care Credential
• Two years of college with 18 credits in the above listed areas of concentration
• Two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity
• Excellent organizational and communications skills both verbal and written
• Possess leadership qualities that enable the candidate to successfully lead as well as work as a member of a team

NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements

• Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will: Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are physically fit to provide child day care.
• Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:
  • Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.
  • Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL).

Trainings & Certifications

• Must complete annual safety, combating sexual-harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources prior to direct service.
• Must have current CPR and First Aid
• Must hold Medication Administration Certification (MAT) or successfully complete within the first 60-days of employment.
• Must complete a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first fifteen hours being received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (many training sessions will be held during the monthly staff meetings).

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.

Work Environment

• This job operates in a recreational and/or educational environment.
• This role routinely uses standard recreation and/or office equipment.
• At times, employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others.
• All employees are required to always follow the preventative health policies of the YMCA.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

$33.00/hour

12:00 pm – 5:00 pm or 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm