Assistant Site Director - Hidden Valley Y-Kids ELOP

YMCA of the East Bay; California; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of the East Bay is seeking an Assistant Site Director to work on-site in Pleasant Hill, CA. You will assist the Site Director in planning and supervising daily activities, ensuring safety, and fostering learning in a child care setting.

Responsibilities include implementing YMCA-aligned programs, supervising staff, maintaining records, and liaising with parents. Requires CA licensing coursework, 2 years’ experience in child care, and 30-day CPR/First Aid readiness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; AA in early childhood development preferred.
• Coursework to meet State of California licensing standards.
• 2 years of previous experience working in a professional child care or school aged program.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and other computer programs necessary to perform the duties of the job.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Director in developing and implementing a creative program and age appropriate activities in accordance to YMCA philosophies.
• Responsible for the operation of the site in the absence of the Site Director.
• Maintain supervision and interacts with assigned group/area at all times.
• Compile forms, records and files requested by Site Director or Program Director.
• Maintain group behavioral limits following established site standards.
• Comply with all safety and licensing guidelines.
• Attend and actively participate in trainings offered by YMCA and other organizations.
• Assist in preparation and serving snacks.
• Assist in planning monthly activity calendar.
• Maintain a positive and healthy relationship with parents of participants.
• Lead with a positive example in conduct and communication, maintaining a physically, emotionally and socially healthy environment for participants.
• Assist in maintenance of a clean and orderly program site.
• Confer immediately with supervisor concerning suspected child abuse and follows mandated reporting procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA in Early Childhood Development preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Requisition Number: ASSIS002801

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

YMCA Afterschool Programs: Mt. Diablo area
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, USA

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

These general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals, Policies and Mission of the YMCA of the East Bay. The Assistant Site Director works closely with the Site Director to ensure the proper supervision of children and is responsible for planning and implementing a variety of recreational and educational activities which supports the children's learning and promotes self-esteem in small group settings. This person shares with Site Director the responsibility for opening and/or closing the site; supervises other staff (teachers and aides); in the absence of the Site Director. In the absence of the Site Director, the Assistant Site Director is responsible for the smooth operation of the child care center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Site Director in developing and implementing a creative program and age appropriate activities in accordance to YMCA philosophies.
• Responsible for the operation of the site in the absence of the Site Director.
• Maintain supervision and interacts with assigned group/area at all times.
• Compile forms, records and files requested by Site Director or Program Director.
• Maintain group behavioral limits following established site standards.
• Comply with all safety and licensing guidelines.
• Attend and actively participate in trainings offered by YMCA and other organizations.
• Assist in preparation and serving snacks.
• Assist in planning monthly activity calendar.
• Maintain a positive and healthy relationship with parents of participants.
• Lead with a positive example in conduct and communication, maintaining a physically, emotionally and socially healthy environment for participants.
• Assist in maintenance of a clean and orderly program site.
• Confer immediately with supervisor concerning suspected child abuse and follows mandated reporting procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

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.
• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities
• Must occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
• Able to walk for long periods of time
• Visual ability to clearly monitor activities in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Mobility to quickly respond to emergencies

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Program or Project Management
• Inclusion
• Communication and Influence
• Emotional Maturity

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or GED; AA in early childhood development preferred
• Coursework to meet State of California licensing standards
• 2 years of previous experience working in a professional child care or school aged program
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and other computer programs necessary to perform the duties of the job
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training within 30 days of hire date

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