After-School Youth Programs Aide

Ymca-of-Northern-Colorado; Johnstown (CO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Family Membership

Program discounts

Retirement benefits (12%)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Sick Time

Childcare benefits

Job summary

YMCA of Northern Colorado in Colorado is seeking Program Aides to support school-age programs in Johnstown. You will help supervise, engage in games and arts and crafts, and reinforce core values—respect, responsibility, honesty and caring—while ensuring safety and fun.

Shifts run mornings and after school, with additional hours when school is out for camp. Candidates should be at least 16, enjoy teamwork, and communicate well with youth, parents and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 16 years old.
• Commitment to being a positive role model with youth; ability to work well on a team; communicate easily with youth, parents and colleagues.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate practices and experience working with children, preferably school-aged.
• Ability to work well in a team, communicate easily with youth, parents and colleagues and be committed to implementing YMCA programming and fun.
• Bilingual preferred, not required.
• Applicants must be committed to being a positive role model with youth.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Maintains confidentiality of YMCA issues, incidents and records.
• Be on time for all shifts; be flexible to accommodate unexpected schedule changes, including full days.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Bilingual

Job description

YMCA of Northern Colorado in Colorado is seeking Program Aides to support school-age programs in Johnstown. You will help supervise, engage in games and arts and crafts, and reinforce core values—respect, responsibility, honesty and caring—while ensuring safety and fun.

Shifts run mornings and after school, with additional hours when school is out for camp. Candidates should be at least 16, enjoy teamwork, and communicate well with youth, parents and staff.