Senior School Age Leader

YMCA of Greater ProvidenceBarrington, RI, US

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$18.00 / hr - $18.00 / hr

Brief Description

Bring your creativity, energy, and heart to Bayside!

Do you believe every child deserves a safe, fun, and engaging place to land after school? Are you the kind of person who can turn a chaotic game of dodgeball into a moment of teamwork, empathy, and high-fives? If you said "yep," then you might be exactly who we're looking for!

The Sr. Before & After School Leader at the Bayside Family YMCA plays a key role in shaping a program where kids feel connected, supported, and inspired. You'll work closely with the Program Leadership to design enriching activities, support kids' social-emotional growth, and step up as the lead when needed.

This is more than a part-time gig; it's a chance to be part of a team that believes in belonging, growth, and making a difference every single day.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the Site Coordinator in program development and implementation, supervision of children and working as a member of a team. The Sr. Before & After School Leader is responsible for assisting in the delivery of high-quality, academically aligned after-school activities. They are responsible for ensuring children's social-emotional development and physical safety in the program. They will act in the role of lead site staff in the absence of the Site Coordinator.

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

Collaborate with Site Coordinator in planning and leading a high-quality, creative program that is age-appropriate for school-age children. Assist in planning daily and monthly activities for the program that are academically aligned and support skill building and social-emotional development.
Supervise and be actively involved with children assigned to your activity area. You are responsible for the health and safety of children at all times.
Provide leadership for activities. 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.
Assist Site Coordinator in creating and planning 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 reading and further education.
Help supervise program in Coordinators absence.
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.
Other duties as assigned.
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.
In the absence of the site coordinator, be the designated staff person in charge.
Maintain currents knowledge of the overall functioning of the program / site and maintain responsibility for staff supervision during the time that they are in charge.
Be available to travel to another site when needed.

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.

Critical Thinking & Decision Making-Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.

Program Management-Ensures programs or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.

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

Developing Self & Others-Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years old and have a high-school diploma or equivalent.

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 Pediatric 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.

Summary

YMCA of Greater Providence Team Standards :

Know our mission and be able to tell our story.

The mission of the YMCA of Greater Providence is to build healthy spirit, mind and body for all, through programs, services and relationships that are based on our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Honor your colleagues by being on time, present and fully engaged at all times.

If you disagree, propose a solution.

Be accountable for results.

A commitment to valuing and acting as one YMCA as evidenced by referring to ourselves as employees of the YMCA of Greater Providence.

Display leadership that requires not only skill, but energy, passion, optimism and creativity.

Build open and honest communication. Face to face, or voice to voice, is the preferred method of communication with email for information sharing only.

Deliver exceptional service that is of high value. Build a positive staff team. Be friendly.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Wellness and Fitness Services

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