After-School Program Leader — Inspire Youth & Staff

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; California; Sur place; USD 23 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits (Medical

Dental

Vision for full-time employees

Employer retirement contribution

Employee Assistance Program

CPR/First Aid certification provided

Facility access to YMCA amenities

Paid time off

Training and staff development

Résumé du poste

The YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area is seeking a staff member to guide and supervise groups of children, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment. You will communicate with families, support staff and volunteers, and uphold the YMCA's policies and core values in daily operations.

Responsibilities include planning activities aligned with developmental goals, coordinating program elements, and contributing to staff training and recruitment efforts.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Current state approved first-aid certification.
• Current state approved community CPR certification.
• TB test by the Manitou method.
• Immunization Records which must include, DTAP, MMR FIV shot or Waiver and TB
• School-Age programs: 12 credits in elementary education, or the educational equivalent, in courses such as recreation, physical education, education, music, art, psychology or social services.
• Experience in working with children the same age as those to be supervised.
• One year of experience or more in program planning preferred.
• Knowledge of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate practices.

Responsabilités

• Plans and implements program in accordance with the goals and policies of the YMCA.
• Coordinates activities, which fit the children's developmental needs.
• Provides leadership for staff overseeing the activities of several groups of children.
• Supervises a group of children to ensure their health and safety, and to provide for a positive experience for each child.
• Communicates with and maintains positive relationships with families. May conduct conferences.
• Provides day-to-day leadership to staff and volunteers.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Provides assistance to supervisor and may fill-in during temporary absences.
• Maintains ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, cleanliness, and learning environment of site.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Assists in recruitment of members for the Parent Advisory Group.
• Demonstrate the "Character Counts" values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility in all your dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Connaissances

First aid certification

CPR certification

Communication skills

Developmental knowledge

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Formation

12 credits in elementary education or educational equivalent

Description du poste

The YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area is seeking a staff member to guide and supervise groups of children, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment. You will communicate with families, support staff and volunteers, and uphold the YMCA's policies and core values in daily operations.

Responsibilities include planning activities aligned with developmental goals, coordinating program elements, and contributing to staff training and recruitment efforts.