NEW CHILD CARE OPPORTUNITY IN FRANKLINVILLE THROUGH THE YMCA OF THE TWIN TIERS!!

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the School-Age Site Supervisor, the Aide is responsible for assisting in the daily operation of a school-age/camp program, in accordance with the goals of the Olean YMCA and the regulations of the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.

This position also treats everyone with courtesy, respect and consideration; displays integrity; listens actively and genuinely; communicates in a clear and pleasant manner; embraces differences among people; demonstrates an active willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive criticism; works cooperatively as a team member.

Greets everyone by using names whenever possible; extends thanks whenever appropriate; makes relationship building the number one priority at all times. This position is responsible for ensuring that the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA are conveyed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Be responsible for the safety of the children at all times, including being able to implement emergency procedures.

2. Interact positively with the children daily, displaying the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all program activities.

3. Perform specific tasks related to the daily operation of the school-age child care site such as administering small group activities, art and crafts preparation, meal service, positive discipline strategies, and other tasks assigned by the School-Age Site Supervisor.

4. Effectively communicate with parents, verbally and in writing, in the absence of the Site Supervisor if said person is in charge.

5. Maintain the appearance of the program area, ensuring high quality of supplies, equipment and materials. Light maintenance tasks such as sweeping, cleaning tables, and garbage removal are also expected.

6. Assist in the daily documentation of attendance, incidents, accident reports, CACFP meal counts, etc. in compliance with state licensing regulations.

7. Work as a team with child care staff.

9. Attend staff meetings and in-service workshops to meet additional educational requirements established by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services. The Site Supervisor must attend 30 training hours within each licensing period of the child care site. Training hours must be obtained in the first 6 months of employment; Foundations training must be completed within the first three months.

10. Attend parent-child events and other events related to your program, as requested.

11. Participate in YMCA Volunteer programs such as Annual Campaign and United Way.

12. Continue professional development through community involvement; reading; and further education.

13. Be professional, alert, and eliminate unsafe practices and physical hazards.

14. Carry out additional assignments and responsibilities as assigned by School-Age Child Site Supervisor.

15. This job description may not be all-inclusive and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by the CEO. Employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by the CEO.

BENEFITS:

- COMPLIMENTARY YMCA Membership

- Program/Child Care Discounts

- Flexible Schedule

- Retirement Plan Options

The YMCA is an equal opportunity employment company. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or arrest record. As an employer, we will try to reasonably accommodate employees with religious beliefs.