Full-Time Site Team Lead

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago seeks a Site Coordinator to lead afterschool and school-aged programs, fostering positive youth development and high-quality activities. You will guide staff, implement curricula, and oversee snacks, supplies, and program logistics.

As a center point for both staff and families, you will ensure DCFS and YMCA standards are met, coordinate with local schools, and be ready to provide direct service when needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License.
• Clean Illinois Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Implements program curriculum with staff while following DCFS and YMCA standards.
• Provides guidance to staff onsite to maintain program quality.
• Leads program staff meetings and coordinates planning.
• Engages with parents/guardians to meet quality expectations.
• Collaborates with schools and teachers to align activities.
• Maintains program files per DCFS and YMCA standards.
• Assists in events and seasonal programs like Day Camp.
• Participates in marketing and retention efforts.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Program coordination

Child safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid Illinois Driver's License

Clean MVR

Automobile insurance

Job description

Job Summary and Key Accountabilities: The Site Coordinator ensures the implementation of positive youth development practices with all daily activities and interactions with children. The Site Coordinator is responsible for ensuring program quality including assisting in implementing curriculum, providing leadership and guidance to staff and overseeing the ordering and distribution of snacks, materials and all supplies needed to operate the program. They will also provide direct service, when necessary, to execute the program.

Scope Of Responsibilities

• Implements program curriculum with school-aged program staff while ensuring the program follows DCFS and YMCA standards.
• Provides guidance to staff while onsite in adhering to program quality standards.
• Facilitates collaboration with and between program staff including assisting in planning and leading program staff meetings.
• Enhances parent/guardian/caregiver engagement and ensures that the program meets expectations for quality
• Collaborates with teachers, principals and other staff at local schools to align and execute program activities and ensure program success.
• Maintains and audits all program files according to DCFS and YMCA Standards.
• Assists in development and execution of special events and seasonal school-aged programs, such as Day Camp, for members and program participants.
• Participates in program marketing and retention activities.
• Fills in for other staff as needed.

Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by:

• Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
• Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
• Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
• Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

Minimum And Preferred Requirements Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Illinois Driver's License
• Clean Illinois Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Adequate automobile insurance and proof of insurance