Children & Youth Program Lead Assistant

4 weeks ago

Wilmington, United States The Mary Campbell Center Full time

The Mary Campbell Center is first, last, and always, home to 68 residents. Together, staff ensures services are delivered with a high degree of quality, in a homelike environment where residents live with respect, personal dignity, and independence to the fullness of their abilities. The C&Y Program Lead Assistant works with the C&Y Program Manager, C&Y Specialist and C&Y Plus Specialist to implement programs and activities designed to encourage social interaction and independence for children and young adults of varying ages and developmental abilities. The Program Lead Assistant is also charged with promoting the MCC Children's Program in a positive manner while adhering to the MCC Guiding Principles and Mission. The Lead Assistant must work reliably, effectively, efficiently, and with respect for residents, staff, families, volunteers, professional consultants, and the physical environment of the Center.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

The C&Y Program Lead Assistant at the Mary Campbell Center must 1) be a good person of high character who consistently works with a positive attitude and demonstrates compassion and understanding for program participants with varying degrees of disability; 2) possess an Associate's Degree with at least 12 credit hours toward a degree in child development, special education, or a related field; 3) have at least 2 years' experience working with children with special needs in a group setting; 4) be willing to plan, implement and lead activities for children, youth and young adults with developmental disabilities; 5) must have excellent leadership, communication, customer service, and organizational skills; 6) demonstrate the ability to interact on a positive basis with children, young adults, families, and all levels of personnel; 7) have the ability to lift and transfer C&Y program participants up to adult weight and utilize safe lifting procedures and to assist with personal care including feeding and toileting; and 8) demonstrate the ability to work both independently, and as a team player. Previous experience working with children and young adults with disabilities is preferred. A basic understanding of Excel and Microsoft applications is preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Assist in planning and implementing activities that will encourage recreational and social development for children and young adults with disabilities and from varying backgrounds for both in-person and virtual programs.

  1. Lead program activities and provide supervision to the participants in program.

  1. Serve as a resource to volunteers assisting with program.

  1. Follow Center and departmental policies and procedures.

  1. Assist in the training of new staff through established policies under the guidance of the C&Y Manager.

  1. Assist in coordination of vehicles, pool use, outside venues, and trips.

  1. Assist with necessary program documentation, mailings, and reports for the C&Y Team.

  1. Facilitate open communication with participants and families.

  1. Perform personal care duties and meal assistance for participants as needed.

  1. Create & follow weekly program schedules and activities.

  1. Perform daily setup and cleanup of activities as needed.

  1. Assist the participants in the pool during free swim and lessons. Be willing to acquire lifeguarding certification if needed.

  1. Encourage independence and self-confidence for children within program.

  1. Utilize established behavior management techniques, where necessary, which are used in conjunction with Center policies and procedures.

  1. Maintain open communication with the Children & Youth Program Manager, C&Y Specialists regarding the status of participants and program.

  1. Bring any safety hazards to the attention of the C&Y Manager or appropriate department head.

  1. Completes all mandatory in-services and attends staff meetings as required.

  1. Performs other duties as assigned.

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