SACC Site Director - Jordan Elbridge

About the role

Under the direction of the SACC Director, the SACC Site Director will plan, organize and lead a comprehensive enrichment program for children who attend school in which the program operates.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and lead all daily SACC program activities in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the YMCA, ensuring the safety and well being of the children at all times
• Actively participate in all activities
• Post and maintain a monthly calendar of activities
• Observe and follow the YMCA School Aged Child Care program guidelines, best practices and regulations set forth by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services
• Act as a positive role model for children in the program using appropriate speech, actions and attire
• Provide a safe, healthy, moral and fun environment for all children
• Treat all children with dignity and respect
• Assess each child’s needs and strive to meet those needs
• Supervise behavior management of the program participants using positive techniques of guidance, redirection, reinforcement and encouragement of age appropriate expectations
• Instill guidelines and environments that are safe and minimize the need for discipline
• Provide steps for appropriate progressive discipline as needed
• Ensure a set homework time and provide help as needed
• Ensure children are provided nutritious snacks as appropriate
• Communicate with school personnel as needed and maintain open communication with building staff
• Maintain a positive open relationship with staff, parents and program participants
• Bring concerns to the SACC Director, parents and other individuals as necessary
• Maintain confidentiality
• Maintain clear, concise records of daily attendance, expenses and participant registration forms
• Participate in program audits as requested by the SACC Director
• Conduct and maintain records of monthly fire drills, weekly safety checks and other requirements as mandated by OCFS
• Supervise site staff and conduct regular meetings to prepare program activities
• Regularly evaluate staff performance through verbal feedback and yearly formal evaluation process
• Attend scheduled monthly staff meetings/workshops/trainings
• Pursue professional development through continuing education
• Complete at least 30 hours of continuing education training every two years as required by OCFS
• Work as supportive staff in various YMCA programs as needed
• Adhere to policies and procedures of the Auburn YMCA-WEIU

Requirements

This position strongly impacts the way the YMCA accomplishes its mission. The YMCA SACC Director is committed to promoting an environment that teaches values; is healthy; safe and provides an opportunity for positive growth experiences. A quality program will have strong relationships with parents and reflect a strong community image. It will promote safe and age appropriate activities and support and promote quality performance supporting high rates of staff retention.