Assistant Group Supervisor

Berwick - YMCA; Berwick (Columbia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Berwick Area YMCA seeks a dedicated youth program staff member to provide nurturing support and guidance to children in before and after school programming. You will plan and implement curriculum aligned with YMCA goals, supervise activities, and foster a sense of achievement and belonging among youth and families.

You will build relationships with parents, coordinate aides, maintain records, and participate in staff training and family events.

Qualifications

• Meets or exceeds educational and experience qualifications established by state law.
• At least 21 years of age.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with youth enrolled and all program stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
• Supervises the children, and all activities. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. Adheres to all YMCA standards for safety and cleanliness.
• Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
• Cultivates positive relationships, and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA. Models relationship building skills in all interactions.
• Maintains program site and equipment.
• Maintains required program records.
• Attends and participates in family activities, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
• Coordinates the activities of Aides. Acts as a resource and provides support to Aides working in the program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Meets or exceeds educational and experience qualifications established by state law.

At least 21 years of age.

CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide nurturing support and guidance to youth enrolled in before and after school programming at the Berwick Area YMCA. This position supports the work of the YMCA as it relates to Youth Development, one of the three primary areas of focus for the YMCA. Provides direction for the children in the program and plans and implements program curriculum that achieves YMCA goals and program objectives. Provides a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Plans and implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
2. Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
3. Supervises the children, and all activities. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies. Adheres to all YMCA standards for safety and cleanliness.
4. Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
5. Cultivates positive relationships, and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA. Models relationship building skills in all interactions.
6. Maintains program site and equipment.
7. Maintains required program records.
8. Attends and participates in family activities, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
9. Coordinates the activities of Aides. Acts as a resource and provides support to Aides working in the program.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

Mission Advancement

Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration

Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness

Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Personal Growth

Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Meets or exceeds educational and experience qualifications established by state law.
2. At least 21 years of age.
3. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
4. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred. Experience planning and leading creative activities including sports, arts & crafts, and games.
5. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
6. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with youth enrolled and all program stakeholders.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.