Youth Program Leader: After-School & Day Camp

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Rincon (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc is seeking a Group Leader to supervise children aged 4-14 in the YBASE program and to implement the curriculum under the Program Director. The role requires active engagement, safe supervision, and strong record-keeping for attendance and transportation where applicable.

You will assist with snacks, meals, and health/safety standards, while maintaining a welcoming, respectful environment for children and families. Training and staff meetings are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic understanding of child development principles and appropriate developmental practices.
• Experience working with school-age children preferred.
• Ability to pass criminal background and fingerprint checks.
• Basic computer skills to maintain attendance and records.
• CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise groups of children indoors and outdoors.
• Implement curriculum provided by the Program Director and set up activity centers.
• Assist Site Director with attendance and routine clerical tasks.
• Coordinate transitions between school day and parent pickup; sign in/out properly.
• Assist with transportation logs and state safety requirements if applicable.
• Distribute snacks/meals and maintain accurate meal counts with Second Harvest guidelines.
• Maintain health, safety and cleanliness of YBASE areas and supplies.
• Treat participants, families and staff with fairness and respect.
• Attend staff meetings and training; enforce YMCA policies and procedures.
• Report suspected abuse/neglect as a mandated reporter and cooperate with investigations.
• Support member retention and Annual Campaign fundraising as needed.

Skills

Age 18+

Child development basics

School-age care

Background check

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid

Job description

YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc is seeking a Group Leader to supervise children aged 4-14 in the YBASE program and to implement the curriculum under the Program Director. The role requires active engagement, safe supervision, and strong record-keeping for attendance and transportation where applicable.

You will assist with snacks, meals, and health/safety standards, while maintaining a welcoming, respectful environment for children and families. Training and staff meetings are part of the role.