Youth Development Aide

Position Summary

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Youth Development Aide will provide direct supervision to a group of children during the school year in Before & After Programs as well as during Summer Day Camp. You will create positive and nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with the parents/caregivers. As the Aide you will promote and support the potential of all youth in programs and facilitate peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16
• Experience working with school-age children leading group activities is preferred
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Oxygen, First Aid certified (training available upon hiring)
• Child Abuse Prevention I will support the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region's commitment to child abuse prevention by:
• Reporting any suspicious behaviors and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
• Reporting any items that may provide a health and safety hazard to staff, members, or guests to you supervisor
• The YMCA has a zero tolerance policy for abuse. We will report all suspected and/or allegations of abuse to state and federal law.
• Complete Redwoods: Hazardous Communications (yearly), Sexual Harassment Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens (yearly), Child Sexual Abuse Prevention (yearly), and Behavior Management 101
• Complete and maintain ALL licensing required forms, training, and background check requirements
• Maintain CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer every 2 years; skills every year
• Maintain First Aid and Administering Emergency Oxygen every 2 years
• You are responsible for staying compliant with ALL state licensing requirements. Non-compliance will result in removal from the schedule and possible termination if non-compliance continues.

Essential Functions

• Providing a safe, nurturing, yet fun environment for children
• Supervise, facilitate, and engage with participants during all large and small group activities and in ALL program areas
• Treat all children with dignity and respect and allow for individual differences
• Implement a curriculum that is age appropriate and helps a child reach their full potential in each area of development
• Be familiar with and adhere to the program's policies, health and safety regulations, emergency procedures and be ready to implement if necessary
• Maintain State licensing and YMCA Associations Standards and Minimum guidelines
• Demonstrate proper care and storage of equipment and supplies as well as program space
• Maintain an open, friendly, professional relationship with staff, parents, and children
• Aid in responding to a l accidents and incidents with your program
• Supervise all program areas including gyms and playgrounds
• Complete routine and required forms to include, but not limited to: attendance records, observation records, incident and injury reports
• Prepare snacks or meals as assigned
• May be required to work hours outside of normal work schedule for trainings, extended program hours, parent nights, or association events
• Provide leadership, guidance, and respect to your fellow peers
• Model good character and hygiene habits
• Act as a substitute when requested at other Youth Development Program locations

Essential Functions (Summer Camp Specific)

• Assists with guiding and supervising children in group activities throughout the entire camp day
• Primary Responder for all accidents and incidents with your group or any in vicinity
• Complete routine attendance checks for your group at regular intervals during the day
• Creatively engages children during transition/down times

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

• Inclusion
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Emotional Maturity
• Physical And Mental Requirements