Afterschool LEAPS Program Sentry

YMCA of Central New York; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Central New York invites applications for a LEAPS Sentry at the Syracuse site. You will help maintain order and protect the well-being of students, staff, and visitors during program hours, while ensuring compliance with OCFS licensing requirements.

Position requires prior experience with children and may involve security considerations. It is a part-time, on-site role with orientation and ongoing trainings to support YMCA values and community safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children under 13 years of age.
• Previous experience working in a security or policing position preferred.
• Brings to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with people.
• Possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.
• Ability to work in an environment where flexibility and patience are often required.

Responsibilities

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
• Familiarize oneself with the YMCA School Age Child Care objectives and consider these objectives in delivery of services.
• Provides protection of students, faculty and support service personnel.
• Maintains order in school hallways and cafeteria.
• Intervenes directly to control disturbances among students.
• Reports to the supervisor, by radio receiver-transmitter or telephone, any emergency situations that may require police assistance.
• Attends orientation and in-service training sessions relative to rules, regulations policies, first aid, conflict resolution and human relations.
• Observe and follow the YMCA School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set forth by the NYS OCFS.
• Provide a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for all children.
• Assist with behavior management of program participants using positive techniques of guidance, redirection, reinforcement, and encouragement of age‑appropriate expectations.

Skills

Children care exp

Security exp

Maturity & responsibility

YMCA mission awareness

Flexibility & patience

Job description

Description

$33.00/hour

Mon-Thurs 1:30 - 4:30 pm

A Career with a Cause

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

We are for ALL.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the LEAPS Site Coordinator, the LEAPS Sentry is responsible for helping to maintain order and for protecting the well‑being of students, staff, and visitors during program hours. Employment is contingent upon the incumbent clearing all NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements; these requirements include fingerprinting, background screening and clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL) within the first 30‑days of employment. Prior to being assigned to their position, the incumbent is required to complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test. If the incumbent previously worked in a Child/Day Care setting, a prior medical statement and tuberculin test may be accepted if dated within 12‑months preceding the date of the application.

Essential Functions:

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Familiarize oneself with the YMCA School Age Child Care objectives and consider these objectives in delivery of
• services.
• Provides protection of students, faculty and support service personnel.
• Maintains order in school hallways and cafeteria.
• Intervenes directly to control disturbances among students.
• Reports to the supervisor, by radio receiver-transmitter or telephone, any emergency situations that may require police assistance.
• Completes, or assists in completion, of incident reports.
• Attends orientation and in‑service training sessions relative to rules, regulations policies, first aid, conflict resolution and human relations.
• Observe and follow the YMCA School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set forth by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
• Report to the program ready to work at designated times and prepared to stay until all of the children have left.
• Provide a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for all children. Assist with behavior management of program participants using positive techniques of guidance, redirection, reinforcement, and encouragement of age‑appropriate expectations. Set up guidelines and environments that minimize the need for discipline and provide steps towards progressive discipline as needed.
• Provide a positive role model for the children in the program. This includes actions, speech, and attire of all staff.
• Foster within the program participants the growth of the four YMCA character values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty. Foster the growth of skills in team‑building, good sportsmanship, friendship, and pride in doing one’s best.
• Assist with supervision of snack, dismissal, and other program transitions as assigned.
• Assist with maintaining staff sign‑in logs, visitor sign‑in logs, and other related records on a daily basis.
• Follow the Syracuse City School District's Code of Conduct at all times.
• Assist in conducting monthly fire drills, shelter in place drills and daily health checks as required by OCFS.
• Maintain a positive, open relationship with all staff, parents, and program participants. Any issues/concerns should be reported to the Director.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and trainings/workshops (for both the YMCA and SACC clearance requirements.)
• Hand in completed time sheets on a bi‑weekly basis.
• All other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Experience, Education and Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with children under 13 years of age.
• Previous experience working in a security or policing position preferred.
• Brings to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with people.
• Possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.
• Ability to work in an environment where flexibility and patience are often required.

NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:

• Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will:
• Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are physically fit to provide child day care.
• Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:
• Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.
• Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL).

Trainings & Certifications:

• Must complete annual safety, combating sexual harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources prior to direct service.
• Must hold Medication Administration Certification or successfully complete no later than 90 days after employment begins.
• Be responsible for completing a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first 15 hours being received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (training sessions will be held monthly, online and/or during monthly staff meetings).

YMCA Leadership Competencies:

• 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.
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a recreational and/or educational environment. This role routinely uses standard recreation

and/or office equipment. At times, employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others. All employees are required to always follow the preventative health policies of the YMCA. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.