Before & Afterschool Site Coordinator

The SACC Site Coordinator is responsible for the planning and overall operation of a high quality Afterschool program, including overseeing one before and/or after school site and providing leadership for additional sites as determined by Director. This position must demonstrate high quality member service to Afterschool program participants, families, members, and volunteers while promoting YMCA core values and encouraging lifelong learning.

Hours: The PT Site Coordinator works up to 29 hours per week. FT Site Coordinator works 40 hours per week.

Reports to: Director-SACC

Core Expectations

• PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
  
  

Planning and execution of Afterschool site and fulfill YMCA objectives and providing guidance to Site Coordinators as required and or needed. Responsible for maintaining compliance in all related areas including the Department of Early Education & Care (EEC) licensing procedures and promoting YUSA Healthy Eating Physical Activity (HEPA) standards. Provide reasonable accommodation to allow children with disabilities to participate in activities whenever possible and to meet each child’s individual needs according to EEC and ADA.

• STAFF ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
  
  

Supervision of program staff and participants and providing leadership to Site Coordinators in accordance with the organization's policies, EEC regulations, applicable laws, and QRIS Standards. Monitor and communicate with supervisor all staff related EEC, QRIS, and South Shore YMCA requirements.

• MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
  
  

Building relationships with and among families and members, responding to inquiries and solving problems. Creates a supportive community environment, recruits and engages new families, and connects families to the YMCA’s cause.

• FACILITY MANAGEMENT
  
  

Works with Afterschool Director, Site Coordinators, Group Leaders and Assistants to ensure that program facilities and equipment for children are safe, clean, adequately equipped, well maintained, and attractive.

• VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT
  
  

Responsible for engaging and working with volunteers.

• COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT & SUPPORT
  
  

May assist in YMCA fund raising activities/events, and engages in collaborative relationships with community organizations in order to strengthen support and build community.

CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS AT THE YMCA- Leader Level

Mission and Community Oriented – Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Works effectively with people of all backgrounds and levels. Willingness to serve and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build supportive relationships with them.

People Oriented – Remains calm in challenging situations and seeks to understand the underlying cause. Speaks and writes effectively. Develops rapport, relates well and takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Results Oriented – Discovers ideas to create and deliver a high-value member experience. Makes sound judgments, establishes goals, plans work, supports fundraising, and adheres to budgeting procedures.

Personal Development – Recognizes personal strengths and limitations, pursues self-development and demonstrates flexibility.

CORE COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL FOR CARING FOR AND EDUCATING CHILDREN & YOUTH

• Understanding the Growth and Development of Children and Youth
• Guiding and Interacting with Children and Youth
• Partnering with Families and Communities
• Health, Safety, and Nutrition
• Learning Environments and Implementing Curriculum
• Observation, Assessment, and Documentation
• Program Planning and Development
• Professionalism and Leadership
  
  

Qualifications

• Must meet EEC requirements: Minimum of one year experience working with school age children (with HS Diploma) OR Minimum of nine months experience working with school age children (w/Associates) OR Minimum of six months experience working with school age children (w/BA).
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Knowledge and experience with EEC regulations and QRIS is preferred.
• The ability to develop positive, effective working relationships with, staff, children & families, volunteers, school administrators are critical to this position.
• Effective teaching skills, the ability to implement methods to address and follow up with family needs/concerns in a positive and professional way reflecting an attitude that values diversity.
• Must meet EEC Educator PD requirements; PQ Registry to reflect all trainings. CPR and 1st Aid required and provided by the Y, Child Protection & Reporting and Employee Safety on line trainings upon hire.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to: climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, reach with hands, sit, stand for an extended period of time, walk, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, have finger dexterity, grasp, perform repetitive motions, talk, hear and have visual acuity. Activities that may be required as part of the job are climbing, running, swimming and other outdoor activities.