After School Leader - Northwest

YMCA of Silicon Valley; Cupertino, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Silicon Valley is seeking an After School Program Leader to supervise youth, organize activities, support virtual learning, and maintain safe, engaging environments. The role requires on-site presence during program hours and adherence to licensing and health department requirements.

Applicants should have CPR/First Aid certification, 48 college units, and experience with youth. Compensation ranges from $24.00 to $25.00 per hour, with standard YMCA policies applying.

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certifications required or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Prior experience working with youth/teens is preferred.
• Commitment to safety, supervision, and positive guidance in a youth program.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of participants by monitoring locations and enforcing safety rules.
• Assist children with school-directed virtual learning.
• Plan and implement group activities and prepare materials and environments.
• Communicate regularly with parents and teachers about schedule changes and permissions.
• Follow YMCA policies and reporting procedures for safeguarding youth.

Skills

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Experience with youth

Education

48 semester college units

Job description

School Age Child Care Leader is responsible for general supervision of youth and teens, planning and implementing activities (physical activities, nutrition, academic enrichment, homework assistance, and light tutoring). Due to the direct supervision and ratio requirements outlined by the State of California, this position will not have an option to work from home during program operational hours.

SALARY RANGE: $24.00 - $25.00/Hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure the safety and well-being of participants by; knowing participant locations at all times, making participants aware of and enforcing appropriate safety regulations and procedures, applying appropriate behavior management techniques, and maintaining all program equipment and facilities.
• Assist children with school-directed virtual learning.
• Implement group activity plan; preparing materials, activities, and environments
• Consistently demonstrate positive interaction with all children; talk to them and treat them with dignity and respect. Help children to develop a positive self-esteem and sense of self-worth
• Adhere to all processes, procedures, rules and regulations of the YMCA, licensing, Public Health Department and school district.
• Positively ID individuals picking-up before releasing children.
• Identify emergency situations then respond quickly and appropriately.
• Consistently demonstrate positive discipline; teach and redirect rather than scolding or reprimanding; firmly and consistently enforce the rules.
• Introduce yourself to parents & teachers, and communicate with them regularly with confidence regarding accurate program information: schedule changes, permission slips, etc.
• Clean, disinfect and pick up areas used by the program, as needed.
• Follow all YMCA policies for working with youth and vulnerable adults.
• Complete required abuse prevention training.
• Supervise high-risk activities responsibly and report any unsafe or inappropriate behavior.
• Follow mandated reporting laws for suspected abuse.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands of the position include:

• Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation. Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds

Requirements

• Prefer prior experience working with youth and/or teens.
• Certified in CPR and First Aid (or be certified within 30 days of hire).
• Complete YMCA child abuse prevention within 30 days of hire.
• Provide proof of negative tuberculosis test within the last calendar year (then valid for up to 4 years).
• After School Counselor: Must be 18 years of age.
• After School Counselor: 48 semester college units required or successful completion of alternative placement planned identified by the district the individual is assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.

Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.

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.

Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.