Support Staff

Lakeland Hills Ymca; Mountain Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakeland Hills Ymca is seeking an After School Support Staff to join the Kids Club program at Mountain Lakes, NJ. This part-time role supports the Site Director and Co-Director, ensuring compliant operations and a safe, engaging environment for children after school.

The position offers afternoon shifts in multiple sites and requires commitment to YMCA values, safety, and positive child development. Flexible scheduling may be possible based on staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in school or youth settings.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and parents.
• Committed to safety and well-being of children and compliant with policies.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with co-staff daily.
• Assist in planning upcoming events and activities.
• Follow state regulations as outlined in Staff Orientation.
• Execute program activities (SEL, Arts & Crafts, STEM, Sports & Games, Literacy).
• Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and YMCA policies.
• Cultivate positive relationships with parents, children, and staff.
• Take daily attendance and follow Missing Child Procedure.

Skills

Children experience

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: 100 FANNY ROAD - MOUNTAIN LAKES, NJ 07046


• Position Type: Part Time


• Salary Range: $15.92 - $16.50 Hourly


• Job Shift: Day


• Job Category: Education


• Job Title: After School Support Staff


• Department: Kids Club


• Reports to: Site Director/Co-Director


• Job Category: Part-Time

Staff can expect to be scheduled between 2–5 days per week. We strive to accommodate scheduling preferences whenever possible and may be able to offer some flexibility with shifts; however, flexible scheduling cannot be guaranteed and depends on program staffing needs.

Shift Hours:

• Rockaway Valley: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (AM: 6:45 AM - 8:30 AM)


• Lakeview: 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM


• Riverview: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Support Staff are responsible for aiding the Site Director and Co-Director in making sure the Kids Club procedures and requirements, detailed in the staff handbook, are being executed. Responsible for the supervision, safety, and well-being of the children. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of participants and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall Kids Club experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Communicate with co-staff daily.


• Assist in the planning of upcoming events and activities.


• Follow all state regulations as outlined in Staff Orientation.


• Executes program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values. These must include: SEL, Arts & Crafts, STEM, Sports & Games, Community Projects, and Literacy. Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.


• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.


• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children, and staff.


• Must model relationship-building skills in all interactions.


• Take daily attendance and follow “Missing Child Procedure”

Why Work at the Y?

• Paid Sick Time


• Free YMCA membership including Brand New State of the Art Health & Fitness Center, Group Fitness Classes such as Pilates, Yoga, Strength, etc; regulation-sized pool and member discounts and exclusive opportunities.


• Experience working in school and youth setting.


• We believe in promoting from within whenever possible and encourage internal career growth. Employees will have first access to opportunities to transfer to other departments and explore new roles as positions become available, providing a pathway for professional development within the organization

Why Work at the Y!

• Paid Sick Time


• Free YMCA membership, including access to our brand-new, state-of-the-art Health & Fitness Center, group fitness classes such as Pilates, Yoga, Cycling, and more. Enjoy our regulation-size pool, exclusive member discounts, and special member-only opportunities!


• We believe in promoting from within whenever possible and encourage internal career growth. Employees will have first access to opportunities to transfer to other departments and explore new roles as positions become available, providing a pathway for professional development within the organization.

QualificationsQUALITIES:

• Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations.


• Ability to help children grow in character, experiences, and insights.


• Ability to always guard the health and well-being of children.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Capable of being flexible and taking direction well


• Prior experience working with children

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 a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings