School Age Child Care Lead Counselor

General Functions:

Under the direction of the Child Care Director, the Site Lead will plan, organize, and lead a comprehensive thematic-based enrichment program for children who attend before and after school programs. Activities shall include but not be limited to arts & crafts, games, sports & other physical activities, group activities (small & large), quiet & homework time, Character Education, teambuilding, and Learning Centers. Also provides day-to-day direction and supervision of assigned program areas, ensuring that the program operates in a quality manner consistent with YMCA guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

∙ Plans, coordinates, organizes, and leads all daily program activities. Lesson plans must be readily available for substitute staff and handed in weekly. A center-based program is mandatory.

∙ Conducts and maintains records of monthly fire drills, safety sheets as required by OCFS. Takes attendance and health checks daily.

∙ Provides leadership to staff, ensures adequate coverage for all activities. This includes the sharing of duties and responsibilities as well as offering both positive and constructive feedback. Ensures staff is orientated on program standards, YMCA values and goals.

∙ Observes and follows the School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services. This includes all regulations pertaining to the administration of medication within a licensed childcare program.

∙ Reports to the program ready to work at designated times and prepared to stay until all the children have left.

∙ Performs general housekeeping tasks and ensures that site and program areas are clean and well organized.

∙ Provides a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for all children.

∙ Is a positive role model for the children in the program. This includes actions, speech, and attire of all staff.

∙ Complies with the SACC Department Dress Code. The YMCA provides staff shirts which must be worn every day & may not be altered in any way. Staff who alter a shirt by cutting it, writing on it, etc. are responsible for purchasing replacement shirts at his/her own expense.

∙ Fosters a positive environment, which includes the five YMCA core values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty, inclusiveness 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 must meet allergy restrictions for all participants. Snack must be incorporated into lesson plans.

∙ Completes accident reports for all injuries or illnesses requiring first aid and turns the reports into the Child Care Director (Mailbox). Discusses incidents with parents and obtains a parent signature on the form.

∙ Maintains records related to the program to include Department of Social Services attendance forms, daily and monthly attendance records; ensures all parents are signing in and out and turns these in by the fifth of each month; also completes and maintains all participant files.

∙ 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 Child Care Director/Coordinator

∙ Follows the time off procedures by first trying to find a substitute to cover your shift. Also, notifying the Child Care Director 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 a substitute staff is not available.

∙ Completes 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.

∙ Adheres to all YMCA & OCFS policies as they pertain to Medication Administration regulations and licensing requirements.

Employment is contingent upon successful NYS fingerprint clearance as mandated by the Office of Children and Family Services and other duties as assigned by the Child Care Director.

Experience and Education:

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years including at least one year in a supervisory capacity
• In addition to the above, preferred knowledge of and experience working with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical abilities)

Qualifications:

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to follow direction, be flexible, and work as part of a team.

· Understanding of child development and appropriate supervision practices.

· Positive attitude and commitment to the YMCA’s mission and values.

· Ability to multitask, stay organized, and remain calm under pressure.

· Must be reliable and punctual.

Training & Certifications:

· CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain within first 60 days).

· Complete YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Training within 60 days of employment.

· Participate in ongoing training (minimum of 15 hours required annually).

· Must meet all licensing and regulatory requirements as applicable.

Core Competencies:

· Mission Advancement: Embraces and supports the YMCA mission and values.

· Collaboration: Builds supportive relationships with students, families, and team members.

· Operational Effectiveness: Follows through on tasks and contributes to high-quality programming.

· Personal Growth: Displays willingness to learn and grow in the position.

Physical Demands:

Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift up to 35 pounds. Must be able to actively participate in indoor and outdoor activities with children.

Americans with Disabilities Specifications:

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

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 25 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18