Youth Leader Sub (PM shift) - PrimeTime (Part Time)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Youth Leader Sub - ASES is responsible for taking all steps necessary to ensure the safety, security and well-being of the students they are supervising in the program. This position is a sub position that works at a variety of sites. This position is responsible for understanding and implementing all ASES and Harmonium policies/procedures at any of Harmonium’s PrimeTime Sites. Should a permanent Youth Leader - ASES position open, Youth Leader Sub - ASES will have the option of remaining a sub or moving into the Youth Leader position.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

RESPONSIBILITIES

●    Maintain a clean and orderly designated school space 

●    Supervise and ensure the safety, security, and well-being of assigned students

●    Must follow all Harmonium and ASES policies and procedures 

JOB COMPLEXITY

●    Supervise day-to-day activities of the program while maintaining ratios within contract

●    Redirect inappropriate child behavior and provide disciplinary action and notify Site Director when necessary

●    Inform supervisor and provide any required supporting documentation when disciplinary action is needed 

●    Provide academic homework assistance

●    Develop clubs, activities, and curriculum  

●    Provide assistance/coverage at multiple locations throughout San Diego

●    Work effectively across all program service areas for Agency wide effective communication and operations

●    Under HR’s direction will participate in preparing and reviewing in any legal related matters

STAFF SUPERVISION

●    None

COMMUNICATION

●    Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with school site, parents, students, and staff

●    Communicate in a strength based approach with parents regarding their child on a daily basis

AGENCY LEADERSHIP

●    Adhere to Program Policy Guide (PPG) and Harmonium policies and procedures

●    Advance the Agency’s mission, vision, initiatives and core values within respective role

●    Follow policies in own role which are determined by others; no responsibility and leadership required for service development, but may be required to comment on policies, procedures, or possible developments

DECISION MAKING

●    Judgments and decisions are guided by Harmonium and program policies, contracts, and guidelines

MINIMUM COMPETENCIES

 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

●    Must be 18 years of age  

●    Must have 48 completed college units OR pass the District’s Classroom Assistant Proficiency  Exam (a basic math and literacy exam)

●    Must have a minimum of 6 months experience in either an after school program or group child care setting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITY

●    Demonstrated ability in sports, special interests, hobbies, and/or arts & crafts

●    Ability to relate well to children and adults 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS UPON HIRE

●    Valid CPR and First Aid certification 

●    Valid TB results (required every 4 years)

●    Must receive Fingerprint Clearance (paid by Harmonium)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

●    Ability to actively supervise and roam designated areas at all times to ensure a direct line of sight of all students including but not limited to:

○    Standing, walking, and moving for extended periods of time throughout the shift

●    In the case of elopement, or a student leaving their designated area, the ability to promptly follow and safely return the student to their designated area

●    Ability to operate a vehicle

●    High energy needed with the ability to balance multiple high-stress tasks

●    Ability to work in noisy and outdoor environments

●    Ability to travel throughout the county with the flexibility required to meet job duties

●    Frequent repetitive hand use and simple grasping, i.e., desk and computer functions

●    Ability to sit for prolonged period

●    Ability to lift and carry up to twenty pounds

●    Ability to operate a computer

●    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions