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Assistant Before & After School Program Leader

YMCA of Greater Providence
Providence, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/7/2025

Description

POSITION SUMMARY :

This position is responsible for helping to support before & after school site staff in program delivery. This includes assisting with implementing age-appropriate activities, supervising children, maintaining communication with parents and school staff, and creating a positive and inclusive environment for all participants.

OUR 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

  • Assist in leading daily and monthly activities for the program that are academically aligned and support skill building and social-emotional development.
  • Assist with supervision and be actively involved with children assigned to your activity area. You are responsible for the health and safety of children at all times.
  • Help lead both small and large group activities (i.e., sign-in, out / circle time / community time / enrichment activities / asset development / games & crafts).
  • Continually promote the values of inclusion and equity among all participants.
  • Support the planning of special events, including parent & family-oriented programs. Attend parent or family events related to the program.
  • Attend and participate fully in monthly staff meetings. Meetings may include recommended or mandatory training programs.
  • Care for and help with maintenance of equipment and site appearance. Includes daily clean-up of activities and site, as well as scheduled site maintenance.
  • Provide daily snacks and / or meals in accordance with federally funded child nutrition program requirements including; serving meals, conducting point of service meal counts, and any cleaning protocol associated with food service.
  • Treat all children with dignity and respect. Follow discipline procedures as outlined by YMCA Code of Conduct and the Site Coordinator.
  • Continued pursuit of professional development through training and further education.
  • Engage in behavior conducive to team building with other staff. Open communication, encouragement, support and tolerance for each other are all essential.
  • Participate and volunteer in the YMCA annual fund-raising campaign. Campaigns may include site event fundraisers and Y fundraising events.
  • Act as a professional role model. Maintain good public relations with parents and school personnel and understand that you represent the YMCA and maintain a positive disposition, demeanor and attire.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES :

Engaging Community- Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

Inclusion- Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as cultural competence.

Communication & Influence - Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.

Emotional Maturity - Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Must be 16 years old.
  • Certifications required before working with children : Child Abuse Prevention Training, New Employee Orientation, all RI DHS and MA EEC requirements.
  • Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire : YMCA approved basic lifesaving skills such as CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen, RI DHS Pre-service Health & Safety Training. This position must have the ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS :

  • Work is performed in a fast-paced school environment. Position requires attending meetings at different off-site locations.
  • Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise children's activities.
  • Visual acuity is required for reading computer screens and / or documents and making changes as necessary / required.
  • This job requires high levels of alertness and concentration. This position requires analytical abilities and multitasking in order to identify problems and recommend solutions.
  • This job requires accuracy and attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills, while maintaining high levels of initiative in order to work within deadlines.
  • Occasional stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds is required.
  • The incumbent must be able to sit and stand for long periods of time, and the ability to manipulate keyboards, telephone keypads, and writing utensils is essential.
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