Job description

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. 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.

Working with children is one of the best jobs that one can have. At the Y, we strive for our programs to be safe, fun and exceptional experiences for all involved! Including our staff. If you enjoy working with children and want to make a difference in the life of a child, the Y needs you in our afterschool programs! A Day Camp Group Leader is instrumental in making sure they provide a safe, engaging, bully-free and intentionally fun environment for our kids while implementing activities planned for the day.

Day Camp Requirements

• Report staff or child accident/incidents or suspected child abuse or injury to the Site Director as soon as possible, and follow policy/procedure following each occurrence.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings, trainings, and any other meetings deemed necessary by the Site Director.
• Assist with drills to practice site-evacuation/emergency procedures for fire, chemical spill, tornado, etc., and is capable of implementing such procedures.
• Has the ability to work alone and with a team.
• Open to learning, coaching and supervision.
• Will lead children in group activities, especially recreational activities.
• Has a fundamental appreciation and understanding of group management and child development.
• Is creative, has a sense of humor, patience, conviction, genuineness, enthusiasm, initiative, self-control, flexibility, ability to learn, integrity, and ingenuity.
• Available daily during the summer.
• Minimum age: 18 years of age; Education: High School Degree/ G.E.D. or higher
• Complete of an 8-hour Pre-service orientation in components outlined by The Department of Health and Human Services or have 6 months’ previous experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Complete First Aid, CPR, Sexual Harassment, and Child Abuse Prevention within the first 30 days and any additional training requested of supervisor.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry for a distance of at least 40 yards.
• Auditory and/or visual awareness of each child's ongoing activity as appropriate

YMCA Childcare Perks/Benefits

The YMCA truly cares about its employees, is a great place to help build your resume, every day is different, you can make an impact and enjoy many perks of working at the Y!

• NO WEEKEND WORK SCHEDULE (seasonal paid trainings will be announced two months in advance)
• FREE Y Membership/Discounts on Y programs (sports/childcare/personal training)
• Opportunity to earn Paid Time Off
• Bi-weekly pay, mileage reimbursement, paid orientations, and trainings
• Peer Mentoring opportunities
• Paid CPR certification and fingerprinting
• 403b Retirement Option
• Discounts on Y programs
• Opportunities for Professional development and childcare certifications
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities for sign-on, retention, and referral bonuses
• Discounted YMCA gear
• Paid PPE
• Employee Referral Bonus of $50 and up
• Seasonal Discounts for entertainment and retailers

MAKE A DIFFERENCE. WORK AT THE Y.Working with children is one of the best jobs that one can have. At the Y, we strive for our programs to be safe, fun and exceptional experiences for all involved! Including our staff. If you enjoy working with children and want to make a difference in the life of a child, the Y needs you in our afterschool programs!

An Afterschool Group Leader is instrumental in making sure they provide a safe, engaging, bully-free and intentionally fun environment for our kids while implementing activities planned for the day.

Afterschool Requirements

• Report staff or child accident/incidents or suspected child abuse or injury to the Site Director as soon as possible, and follow policy/procedure following each occurrence.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings, trainings, and any other meetings deemed necessary by the Site Director.
• Assist with drills to practice site-evacuation/emergency procedures for fire, chemical spill, tornado, etc., and is capable of implementing such procedures.
• Has the ability to work alone and with a team.
• Open to learning, coaching and supervision.
• Will lead children in group activities, especially recreational activities.
• Has a fundamental appreciation and understanding of group management and child development.
• Is creative, has a sense of humor, patience, conviction, genuineness, enthusiasm, initiative, self-control, flexibility, ability to learn, integrity, and ingenuity.
• Available daily from 2:30pm-6:30pm Monday through Friday
• Minimum age: 18 years of age; Education: High School Degree/ G.E.D. or higher
• Complete of an 8-hour Pre-service orientation in components outlined by The Department of Health and Human Services or have 6 months’ previous experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Complete First Aid, CPR, Sexual Harassment, and Child Abuse Prevention within the first 30 days and any additional training requested of supervisor.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds and carry for a distance of at least 40 yards.
• Auditory and/or visual awareness of each child's ongoing activity as appropriate

YMCA Childcare Perks/Benefits

The YMCA truly cares about its employees, is a great place to help build your resume, every day is different, you can make an impact and enjoy many perks of working at the Y!

• NO WEEKEND WORK SCHEDULE (seasonal paid trainings will be announced two months in advance)
• FREE Y Membership/Discounts on Y programs (sports/childcare/personal training)
• Opportunity to earn Paid Time Off
• Bi-weekly pay, mileage reimbursement, paid orientations, and trainings
• Peer Mentoring opportunities
• Paid CPR certification and fingerprinting
• 403b Retirement Option
• Discounts on Y programs
• Opportunities for Professional development and childcare certifications
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities for sign-on, retention, and referral bonuses
• Discounted YMCA gear
• Paid PPE
• Employee Referral Bonus of $50 and up
• Seasonal Discounts for entertainment and retailers

MAKE A DIFFERENCE. WORK AT THE Y.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $13-$14.50/hour

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

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