School Age Child Care Site Assistant

Reports To: School Age Child Care Director

Work Location: North Area YMCA, Liverpool, NY

Salary Range: $15.00/hour

FLSA: Hourly – Part-time

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7-9 am

Flexible Schedule: to include 1⁄2 days, snow days and vacation days Program

A Career with a Cause:

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Our Purpose:

We strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Position Summary:

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. Under the direction of the School Age Child Care Director, the Site Assistant will assist with all program activities, to include arts & crafts, music & drama, games, sports and other physical activities, group activities (small and large), science activities and experiments, quiet and homework time, Character Development, teambuilding, KidzLit, and Discovery Learning Centers. The Site Assistant assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Site Coordinator in planning and developing lesson plans that include arts & crafts, music and drama, games, sports and other physical activities, group activities (small and large), science activities and experiments, quiet and homework time, Character Development, teambuilding, KidzLit, and Discovery Learning Centers.
• Observe and follow the School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services and considers these practices when planning activities.
• Greet children and parents by name when ever possible and extends thanks when appropriate.
• Assist in promotion and leading of the School Age annual family event, to include retention initiatives.
• Report to the program ready to work at designated times and prepared to stay until all of the children have left.
• Conducts the program in the Site Coordinators absence.
• Performs general housekeeping tasks, cleans up after every activity and ensures that site and program areas are clean and well organized.
• Provides a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for all children.
• Acts as a positive role model for the children in the program. This includes actions, speech, and attire of all staff.
• Fosters an environment, which includes the four YMCA character development values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty, in addition to teaching skills in team-building, good sportsmanship, friendship, and pride in doing one's best.
• Provides children with a daily snack that is wholesome, nutritious and appropriate in proportion and content for the age group. Snack menus must be incorporate into the daily lesson plans.
• Completes accident reports for all injuries or illnesses requiring first aid, and turns the report into the Site Coordinator. Discusses incidents with parents and obtain a parent signature on the form.
• Maintains a positive, open relationship with all staff, parents, program participants, school administration and support staff and the community, identifies and resolves problems to ensure programs are meeting goals of the program, unresolved issues should be reported to the Site Coordinator.
• To work additional hours when there is a scheduled 1⁄2 day of school.
• Work a 1⁄2-day or full day shift when school is closed due to inclement weather or other unexpected reasons and the YMCA Snow Day Fun Club is held.
• Work during vacation camp on a part-time or full-time basis, depending on the need. A minimum of three shifts will be required.
• Hand in completed time sheets on a bi-weekly basis to the Site Coordinator.
• Follow the Attendance and Call in procedures, notify the Site Coordinator when you will be unable to work your shift due to illness, doctor appointments, vacations, etc. Sufficient time needs to be given to allow the Coordinator to find a substitute staff member and requests may be denied if substitute staff is not available.
• Complete a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first fifteen hours being received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (many training sessions will be held during the monthly staff meetings).
• Attends all staff meetings and training programs.
• Follows all YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Experience, Education, and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• And, substantial experience working with children under 13 years of age.
• Must be at least 16 years of age, some sites may require 18 years of age.
• Excellent organizational and communications skills both verbal and written are essential to the success of this position.
• Bring to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with people.
• Possess knowledge of various resources for programming ideas and the skills to utilize that information in assisting with the program.
• Possess knowledge of age appropriate activities and expectations of children ages 5 to 12.

NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:

• Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are physically fit to provide child day care.
• Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:
  • Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.
  • Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL).

Trainings & Certifications:

• Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment to position.
• Must hold CPR, AED, and 02 (First Aid may be required at some branches) certifications or successfully complete no later than 30-days after employment begins.
• Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.
• Must attend and complete New Employee Orientation (includes Activate America Video 1), Listen First Level 1, and Quality Service Training within the first 90-days of employment.

YMCA Leadership Competencies:

• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.
• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.

Work Environment:

• This job operates in a recreational and/or educational environment. This role routinely uses standard recreation and/or office equipment. At times, employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others. All employees are required to always follow the preventative health policies of the YMCA. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.