Description

This position is for our Caledonia program region and is responsible for the day to day operations of before/after school programming. Program support could include school locations in Caledonia, Wayland, or Middleville. 

OUR CULTURE

Guiding Principles describe our behaviors to support our organization’s work throughout its life in all circumstances, irrespective of changes in goals, strategies, and leadership. Our Guiding Principles are as follows: We CULTIVATE-We grow staff and volunteer leaders who will be stewards of the Y mission, resources, and opportunities. We OWN-We think long-term and act on behalf of the organization, beyond our own team. We WELCOME-We are inclusive of all people and all communities. We SERVE-We provide timely and excellent service to members, volunteers, community, and each other. We LEARN-We are never done learning and always seek to improve. We are curious about new possibilities and act to explore them. We UNITE-We work together to achieve big goals and speak as one voice. We RESPECT-We treat others with kindness and speak positively about other people in all situations. We PLAY-We celebrate, appreciate, and have fun!

The YMCA of Great Grand Rapids utilizes a Membership By Design framework, which is a member involvement and community building model for YMCAs across the country. All staff members—front-line, management, full- and part-time—and volunteers have a role to play in member engagement. These responsibilities can be broken into six steps:

1. Enrollment: Staff and volunteers encourage potential members to enroll in programs and activities that meet their needs.
2. Satisfaction: Staff and volunteers ask members continually about their satisfaction with a program or activity, track responses, listen to suggestions, and respond promptly in a manner consistent with the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
3. Relationship Building: Staff and volunteers are open, friendly, and approachable to all YMCA members and participants. Staff and volunteers initiate interaction with and between members.
4. Education and Conversion: Staff and volunteers know about and share their knowledge of the YMCA, its programs, its policies, its mission, its values, and how it benefits members and the community.
5. Volunteerism and Leadership: Staff and volunteers create opportunities for members to volunteer in their areas of interest, and they ask members to do so whenever appropriate.
6. Ownership: Staff and volunteers encourage members to “own” the YMCA, using words such as “we,” “us,” and “our association” (and actions that match those words) to include members as well as staff and volunteers.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Site Coordinator supervises the day-to-day operations of the after school site and for staff, children, and parents of the program. This position requires face-to-face leadership in this program, 6:00 - 9:00 AM and 3:00 - 6:00 PM.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist with implementation of the program and activities
• Schedules vendors, field trips and other YMCA Enrichment programs
• Provides monthly lesson plans to the Program Director
• Provides on-site supervision of the programs
• Assists in managing licensing folders
• Maintains adequate rosters for program and makes periodic reports
• Assists in recruiting, orientating, and enrolling children/families to the programs
• Confers with parents regarding facility activities, policies, and enrollment procedures
• Confers with staff regarding child's behavioral or learning problems, and recommends methods of modifying inappropriate behavior and encouraging learning experiences
• Arranges medical attention for ill or injured child in accordance with parental instructions
• Performs classroom teaching duties during absence of assistant teacher
• Ensures the safety of all participants by enforcing safety standards and following emergency procedures
• Swims with children during swim lessons
• Manages 2-10 program staff
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Association’s policies and applicable laws
• Audits timesheets
• Assists with annual performance reviews
• Supports the Association in recruitment of diverse employees and volunteers
• Plans, assigns, and directs work; rewards and disciplines employees; addresses complaints and resolves problems

Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

COMPENSATION

$17.42 - $21.77 ; Full Time, Non-Exempt (40 hours/week)

BENEFITS:

• Free YMCA Family Membership and program discounts!
• 50% discount off the regular rate for each child registered in a YMCA childcare program. Full-time YMCA employees working in a licensed childcare program will receive a 50% discount on all Early Learning (including infant room), School-Age, and Day Camp registrations.
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, beginning at 3 weeks per year
• 9 Paid Holidays per year
• 10% retirement contribution upon eligibility, learn more here
• 403(b) retirement savings account
• The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. More information can be found here.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Long term disability, basic life insurance and other voluntary benefits
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your family
• Community Discounts, and more!

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university in a child related field (early childhood education, elementary education, secondary education, etc) ; three to five years related experience working with youth; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Past supervision experience preferred. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages and lifestyles. Ability and desire to work with children 5-15 years of age. Working knowledge of computers and experience with a variety of software applications. YMCA experience preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification required within the first 60 days
• First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
• AED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 days
• Fingerprinting
• TB Test
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)
• DHS clearance

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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

TRAVEL:

5 - 15% of local travel within the state of Michigan.