Before and After School Assistant Group Leader

Job Summary

The Assistant Group Leader assists the School Age Site Coordinator in supervising the program and maintaining a safe, healthy, and constructive environment for children. They also uphold the Old Colony Y's mission and employee code of conduct.

Program Responsibility

• Maintain EEC regulations and YMCA policies.
• Implement program curriculum according to EEC regulations and YMCA policies.
• Avoid and report inappropriate behavior of children.
• Plan and implement Fun/Food Curriculum, Y Chat, and BOKS.
• Maintain QRIS standards.
• Communicate with parents, school personnel, and potential clients.
• Act as a positive role model.
• Keep attendance records and reports.
• Participate in staff meetings and asset/school age curriculum meetings.
• Meet with the School Age Site Coordinator as needed.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with school or other site-specific personnel.

Fiscal Responsibilities

• Achieve maximum enrollment.
• Assist with Annual Campaign and other fund-raising events.
• Adhere to fiscal policies and procedures, such as purchase orders and employee expenses.

Facility/Housekeeping Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe program space.
• Address facility issues promptly.

Interdivisional and Community Responsibility

• Participate on assigned committees and promote Y programs.
• Attend at least 20 hours of childcare training annually.

YMCA Leadership Competencies

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates Y's values, recruits volunteers, supports fundraising.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with diverse individuals, builds rapport, listens for understanding, takes initiative to assist others.
• Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, establishes goals, follows budgeting policies, strives to meet or exceed goals.
• Personal Growth: Pursues self-development, demonstrates openness to change, accurately assesses personal feelings and limitations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 16 years of age.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required.
• Negative Mantoux TB test and immunity for measles, mumps, and rubella.
• Ability to lift/move heavy equipment and clean when necessary.
• Will work early morning, late nights, and weekends.
• Strong oral communication skills required for occasional public speaking.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift up to 75lbs on occasion and 40lbs frequently (children) and move intermittently during work hours.
• Understanding of Y-USA's three focus areas: Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility; proven ability to identify and meet the needs of the health seeker.