What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Age Child Care Site Coordinator/Summer Camp Director position at Cortland County Family YMCA?
Work Schedule:
School Year- This position follows the Cortland City School District throughout the
school year. Hours M-F on average 27 hours per week. Additional hours during
vacation days, ½ days, snow days.
Camp Season- M-F up to 40 hours per week.
Position Summary:
This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit,
charitable organization. Under the direction of the Branch Manager,
the School Age Child Care Site Coordinator/Camp Director will organize the
day-to-day operations of their assigned program areas, including direct
oversight of staff. The Site Coordinator/Camp Director assures the well-
being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and
association policies in accordance with their training.
Essential Functions:
*Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and
groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect
with each other and the YMCA.
- Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and
- responsibility.
- Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
- Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required activities well as the regulations set by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services the regulations set by the Department of Health (DOH)
- school or vacation days
- other unexpected reasons
- Director absence
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- Collaborates with the Branch Manager to sustain, promote, and grow departmental programs and services
- needed local, state, and federal laws
- training, evaluation, recognition, and discipline of employees
- scheduling and facilitating staff meetings and trainings
- overall safety
- addresses complaints; and resolves problems effectively with the support of their direct supervisor
- procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse offerings and member engagement available as needed. Clean and store equipment per branch procedures contribute to the overall success of the YMCA.
- YMCA Leadership Competencies:
- Plans, coordinates, organizes, and leads all daily program activities.
- Provides leadership to staff, ensures adequate coverage for all
- Observes and follows the School Age Child Care program guidelines as
- Observes and follows the Summer Camp program guidelines as well as
- Maintains records related to the program.
- Works additional on-site hours when there is a scheduled ½ day of
- Works as needed when school is closed due to inclement weather or
- Communicates with management on behalf of the Senior Program
- Acts as a proxy for the Senior Program Director as needed in their
- Manages program expenses.
- Participates in strategic planning and presides over meetings as
- Maintains policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable
- Assists with all supervision of staff, including: recruitment, hiring,
- Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations,
- Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department
- Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is
- Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.
- Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to
Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively
and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the
Y’s cause.
- Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an
- active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion,and global work, as well as cultural competence.
- Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions
based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
- Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g.,
staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formallyand informally, to achieve their highest potential.manage emotions effectively in all situations.Experience, Education, and Qualifications:
- Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and
- Bachelors degree in related field required; Masters degree preferred.
- Three to five years of related experience required, with supervisory
- experience preferred.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks.
- Excellent speaking and presentation skills.
- Ability to create and present ideas in a variety of formats.
- Ability to maintain confidential records.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Knowledge of the philosophy, mission, leadership needs, and planning
requirements of the organization preferred.
NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will:
- o Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin testproviding satisfactory evidence that they are physically fit toprovide child day care.
- Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:
o Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated bythe NYS OCFS.o Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) andStatewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment(SCL).Trainings & Certifications:
- Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Communication,
- NYS Combating Sexual Harassment in the Workplace, Child AbusePrevention & Awareness, Slips, Trips, & Falls, and Safety & Survival inan Active Shooter Event trainings prior to assignment to initialposition.
- Must complete 15 hours of Health & Safety Training
- Must have current CPR and First Aid within the first 30 days of
employment.complete within the first 60-days of employment.(If needed)the first fifteen hours being received within the first 6 months ofemployment as required by the NYS Office of Children and FamilyServices (many training sessions will be held during the monthly staffmeetings).
- Must hold Medication Administration Certification (MAT) or successfully
- Must complete a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with
- Must complete additional summer camp training as required.
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- Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions
of this job.
- Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
- Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.
- Work Environment:This job operates in a recreational and/or educational environment. This roleroutinely uses standard recreation and/or office equipment. At times,employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions,communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others. Allemployees are required to always follow the preventative health policies ofthe YMCA. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.
- Americans with Disabilities Specifications:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 27 – 30 per week
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- After school
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18