HWYC - CONTENT LEADER – BILINGUAL PREFERRED (SPANISH & ENGLISH)

FLSA Status: Part-time, hourly role with specific start and end date

HOURLY RATE: $17/ hour, $18/hour for bilingual 
POSITION SUMMARY: To facilitate the content portion of the Healthy Weight and Your Child program, by delivering the standard curriculum designed for the program. Assist Activity Leader during movement portion of the program as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Deliver the content portion of the program in accordance with YMCA guidelines, following lesson plans accordingly.
2. Encourage group participation and interaction with open-ended questions and facilitate commitment and retention of participants.
3. Builds effective, authentic relationships with children and adults; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages adult and youth involvement in all activities/goal setting and overall participation.
4. Creates a motivating environment that is friendly and non-competitive.
5. Makes learning a shared responsibility for the group.
6. Prepare before each class (i.e. session outline, content for class, reminder call to participants).
7. Provide accessibility to participants both before and after sessions to answer questions and follow-up on any questions you cannot answer during class time.
8. Follow-up with participants outside of class if they are unable to attend
9. Support and encourage goal setting on a weekly basis.
10. Conveys information/program content, as appropriate, refers children and adults to other YMCA programs as deemed beneficial.
11. Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, goal tracking, weight, measurements). Data must be entered within 48 hours of session.
12. Arrive for class on time and dressed appropriately.
13. Foster healthy living behaviors in a holistic manner
14. Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
15. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
16. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
17. Assists Activity Leader as needed, supports participants in all areas of the program.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the YMCAs values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Certifications: Adult/Child CPR/AED and Basic First Aid certification within 1 month of hire.
2. Must be flexible to work with adults and children
3. Must have strong communication skills, the ability to build strong relationships with individuals and build community within a group and have empathy for health seekers. At least 18 years of age.
4. Has been trained in Listen First. Familiar and proficient with Listen First or motivational interviewing required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
1. Ability to conduct energetic classes and activities for youth and adult participants.
2. Ability to lift equipment, perform all physical aspects of the position, including leading class, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and assisting youth on/off equipment.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintain a professional demeanor in both appearance and attitude.
2. Perform additional responsibilities and duties upon request.
3. Must be able to facilitate the HWYC program for the full 16-week program cycle