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YMCA of Central New York SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE HEAD OF GROUP in Baldwinsville, New York
Job Title: School Age Child Care Head of Group
Reports To: School Age Child Care Director
Work Location: Northwest Area YMCA, Baldwinsville, NY
FLSA : Non-exempt, Part-time
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 6:30 - 9 am; and/or 3-6 pm
Salary Rate: $16.00/hour
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 is to 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.
We are for ALL.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement | YMCA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK (ymcacny.org) (https://www.ymcacny.org/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-statement)
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 Head of Group will plan, organize and lead a comprehensive thematic-based enrichment program for school age children. The Head of Group provides leadership and assures the well-being for all, in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary Range: $16.00/hour, Part-time non-exempt
YMCA Membership
Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Plan, organize, and lead all daily SACC program activities. Lesson plans must be posted for parents and readily available for substitute staff.
Familiarize oneself with the YMCA School Age Child Care objectives and curriculum and consider these objectives throughout the planning and leading of all activities.
Observe and follow the YMCA School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set forth by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
Report to the program ready to work at designated times and prepared to stay until all of the children have left and space is thoroughly cleaned.
Provide a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for all children. Assist with behavior management of program participants using positive techniques of guidance, redirection, reinforcement, and encouragement of age appropriate expectations. Set up guidelines and environments that minimize the need for discipline and provide steps towards progressive discipline as needed.
Provide a positive role model for the children in the program. This includes actions, speech, and attire of all staff.
Foster within the program participants the growth of the four YMCA character values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty. To also foster the growth of skills in team-building, good sportsmanship, friendship, and pride in doing one’s best.
Assist with providing a nutritious daily snack appropriate in proportion and content for the age group according to the HEPA guidelines including Family Style Dining. Follow daily snack menu as much as possible and able to improvise when needed.
Complete incident reports for all injuries, accidents or illnesses requiring first aid. To discuss these incidents with parents, obtain a parent signature on the form and follow up on injury. Turn all incident reports in to the Director within 48 hours.
Assist with maintaining records of daily and monthly attendance ensuring that all parents are signing in/out and to turn these in by the 1st of each month.
Assist with the responsibility of completing and maintaining all participant files, medication consent forms and review of participant information mid-year.
Conduct and maintain records of monthly fire drills, shelter in place drills and daily health checks as required by OCFS.
Supervise all Site Assistant staff by setting a positive professional example. Addressing questions or concerns with staff.
Maintain a positive, open relationship with all staff, parents, and program participants. Any issues/concerns should be reported to the Director.
Attend all scheduled monthly staff meetings and trainings/workshops.
Assist with leading a Snow Day & Vacation Camp program when school is closed due to inclement weather or scheduled school breaks. Work additional hours as needed during days that school is not in session.
Be responsible for maintaining the property including the general cleanliness/organization of the space, daily trash removal, mopping and communicating any necessary repairs to the Director.
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 and monthly items due completed by the 25th of each month.
Co-plan and implement the annual Lights on After School Event.
All other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Experience, Education, and Qualifications:
Working towards, or having a High School diploma or equivalent.
And, substantial experience working with children under 13 years of age.
Excellent organizational and communications skills both verbal and written are essential to the success of this position.
Brings to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with people.
Possess a general knowledge and understanding of YMCA, its goals, and its mission.
Possess knowledge of various resources for programming ideas and the skills to utilize that information in program implementation.
Possess knowledge of age appropriate activities and expectations of children ages 5 to 12.
NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:
Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will:
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 and Employee Safety 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 attend and complete YMCA Child Abuse Prevention within the first 60-days of employment.
Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.
Must attend and complete New Employee Orientation within the first 90-days of employment.
Must hold Medication Administration Certification or successfully complete no later than 90 days after employment begins.
Be responsible for completing a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first 15 hours being received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (training sessions will be held monthly, online and/or during monthly staff meetings).
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.