The Youth Specialist is responsible for all children participating in the YMCA program. They will implement and facilitate purposeful activities at the site for their designated group.
Job Responsibilities:
Supervise a designated group of children to ensure safety.
Maintain accurate attendance at all times including bathroom breaks and every transition. Conduct face to name attendance verification.
Communicate and document children’s absences, injuries and incidents according to policies and procedures.
Nurture children and provide academic growth opportunities that support the school curriculum.
Support wellness initiatives by providing purposeful programs that include adhering to the Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Standards (HEPA).
Engage children by facilitating program activities that are designed to enrich their lives.
Use positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate behavior. Document and communicate inappropriate behavior following our disciplinary procedures.
Cultivate relationships by establishing a positive rapport with children, parents, volunteers, staff and school personnel.
Create a welcoming and safe environment by keeping supplies organized, maintaining a clean facility and care for equipment.
Promote socially responsible behavior by recruiting volunteers and encouraging children to participate in community service projects.
Deliver our service pledge by role modeling SMART behavior.
All responsibilities are essential to the position
Key Leadership Competencies:
Values – Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s core values.
Inclusion – Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
Communication – Listens for understand and meaning speaks and writes effectively.
Developing Others – Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Quality Results – Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience to members and participants.
Functional Expertise – Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrated up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Position Qualifications:
Education: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A degree in a child-related field is preferred.
Work Experience: Experience working with children preferred.
Certificates/Licenses: Must have or be enrolled in state mandated trainings within 90 days of employment. Trainings must be complete within 12 months of employment. CPR/AED, First Aid, Lifeguard and Listen First certification preferred.
Physical: Must be 18 years of age or older. Must be able to stand, remain outdoors and maintain continual physical endurance for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds, watch, listen and facilitate group activities.
Mental: Must be mentally alert and be able to process and follow directions.
Skills: Must be able to supervise and instruct large groups of children. Knowledge of sports and children’s programming preferred.
EOE/DFWP
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Keywords: Child care,before and after,babysitting,school
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