Site Coordinator

Part-Time Shifts Open

Work Schedule: Aftercare Monday - Friday 2:15pm - 6:00pm (days are flexible)

Compensation: $18.50/hour based on experience

Benefits:

• Free YMCA Membership
• Chance to be a positive role model
• Helping to serve a valuable community need
• An opportunity to be certified in CPR and First Aid

Requirements:

• Must be 20 years or older and have a High School diploma and attending an accredited college or university or have graduated from one.
• Able to be certified as a CT Head Teacher: 12 credits in college education, recreation, group social work or related field (or a 4-year degree in the same fields)
• Candidate must obtain certification in First Aid and CPR, to be maintained throughout employment, or achieve them within 3 months of employment
• Effectively lead, supervise and evaluate 5 or more staff
• Must have excellent communication with staff, parents and school personnel while able to make decisions quickly in a variety of situations

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Senior Director of Youth Development, the School Age Site Coordinator is responsible for the following:

• Promote, supervise, lead, direct and develop all aspects of our YMCA program site
• Supervise, evaluate, motivate and appreciate staff
• Orient staff on daily procedures, site operations and policies
• Evaluate staff at least two times per year
• Establish, monitor, evaluate and follow through on all progressive discipline situations with staff. Maintain proper written documentation. Monitor progress and corrective action
• Foster a positive, team-oriented environment, encouraging staff growth and development. Resolve conflict by addressing concerns directly with co-workers and supervisors and working towards a positive solution to the matter
• Coordinate and complete all necessary administrative paperwork as requested, such as time sheets, site checklists, etc
• Plan activities, lesson plans, program plans and special events according to the theme and structure of our YMCA School-Age program
• Ensure that our YMCA program site meets and follows State of Connecticut license regulations
• Plan, coordinate and run Fun Days and Snow Days as required. Be available to work and participate in all Fun Days and Snow Day
• Ensure communication with parents through direct contact, monthly newsletters, notes and via telephone. Be available for questions, concerns and suggestions
• Notify parents of any problems, concerns and/or changes. Return voicemails within 24 hours unless on vacation, training or not a workday
• Monitor, evaluate and follow through on all progressive discipline situations with children and families. Follow the YMCA’s behavior management policy, focusing on positive behaviors and helping children modify their behavior for a more positive result
• Monitor children’s files to be sure they are complete and accurate
• Maintain records necessary to track and report children and staff attendance, children's rosters and other necessary documents
• Ensure a proper staff to child ratio and ensure substitute staff when you and/or the site staff need time off
• Report any suspected cases of abuse and/or neglect to the Director immediately. Understand your role and obligations as a Mandated Reporter
• Ask for photo identification for any parents and adults picking up a child if you do not recognize them
• Check mail at the YMCA daily, pick up any necessary forms, notes and snack
• Help offer and prepare snack “family” style according to the daily snack menu
• Make sure water is accessible and available for children
• Provide and encourage a supportive environment by avoiding consumption of food or beverages during program time that are inconsistent with the HEPA standards
• Organize and coordinate parent orientations and tours of our YMCA program site as needed
• Coordinate and participate in at least two-family programs for our YMCA program site each school year