What are the responsibilities and job description for the After School Program Lead - Valleywide position at VALLEY OF THE SUN YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION?
The Valley of the Sun YMCA is honored to be among the top 50 YMCA associations in the United States, recognized for transforming our culture, vision, and operations. With 12 branches across the Valley and Northern Arizona, along with a thriving overnight camp in Prescott, we are a rapidly growing, cause-driven organization. Our mission is to enhance the nation's health and well-being while creating opportunities to give back and support our communities. If you are dedicated to being part of a greater movement, a career with the YMCA is for you.
All YMCA employees working 20 hours per week are eligible for 100% FREE YMCA CHILD CARE for children starting as young as 1 year old!
RESPONSIBILITIES OF A CHILDCARE PROGRAM LEAD:
- Coordinates childcare programs to meet the needs of the community and meet Y objectives.
- Develops and maintains programs in accordance with organizational and operational plans.
- Ensure records of staff certifications are current and complete; provide training as needed.
- Organizes and facilitates age-appropriate activities
- Supervises and interacts with children at play safely.
- Complies with all Childcare Cabinet responsibilities, including attending meetings as needed.
*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS TO BE A CHILDCARE PROGRAM LEAD:
- 21 years of age or older
- Current state approved first aid certification
- Current CPR certification
- Minimum two years experience working with children
- Knowledge and experience in childwatch or babysitting including a demonstrated ability to provide age-appropriate activities to children, ages 5 years to 11 years.
- Ability to communicate effectively with members, staff, peers, volunteers and supervisor.
- Ability to effectively communicate information on YMCA Programs.
PART TIME BENEFITS:
- Free YMCA Staff Membership
- Discounted Family Membership
- Program Discounts
- Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days of employment)
- Employee Assistant Program
- Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options
OUR YMCA CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Valley of the Sun YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this opening. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.
Our YMCA promotes a safe environment that is free from abuse. No form of abuse will be tolerated.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.
