Full Time Drop-In Childcare Program Leader 2
Full Time Drop-In Childcare Program Leader 2
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Full Time DropIn Childcare Program Leader 2
Job Title: Youth Wing Zones Program Leader 2
Department: Youth Development
Classification: Fulltime Nonexempt
Wage Range: $21.06 $22.06 per hour. NOTE: We offer many great benefits including a 12 employer contribution to a retirement savings account after 2 years. Medical benefits are not currently included in our benefits package.
A RELEVANT COVER LETTER AND RESUME MUST BE UPLOADED WITH YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
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.
Position Summary
Under the guidance and supervision of the Program Coordinator for Family/Teens/Youth the Program Leader 2 for our PlayZone and KidZone rooms (the Zones) is responsible for the achievement of the mission goals and objectives of our Youth Development department and our Y. The areas of primary importance are the delivery of high quality interactive program activities for children ages 6 weeks to 11 years old.
The Zones are spaces where children can learn grow engage in creative activities and feel welcome while their parents use the YMCA fitness facilities. Our efforts are to ensure children always feel comfortable and safe.
The Zones Program Leader II will be part of an amazing team supporting our PlayZone/KidZone areas. They will provide childcare enrichment & physical activities teach teamwork and social skills and support children as they grow and learn. Program Leader IIs create positive nurturing relationships with children while building cooperative relationships with families. They provide direction for the program and classroom and implement the program curriculum. Our programs and Youth Development staff provide quality experiences to children and families that focus on the YMCA values: honesty respect responsibility and caring.
Essential Functions
Manages directs and coordinates the Zones; ensures highquality programs; trains develops and directs personnelas needed
Reviews and evaluates staff performance; develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals
Manages and controls budgets related to the position; ensures the program operates within budget
Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas; ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed
Provides upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment supports healthy living
Maintains positive relationships with facility staff family groups and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs
Responds to all agency family and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
Provides staff leadership at Youth Development events within the YMCA
Maintains proper records/department files
Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information
Conducts family conferences as needed and maintains positive relationships and effective communication with families
Implements culturally relevant activity plans in a developmentally appropriate manner meeting the individual physical social emotional and intellectual needs of the participants
Maintains program site and equipment assists with setup and breakdown of activity centers and cleaning of program areas
Follows YMCA policies and procedures including those related to medical and disciplinary situations child abuse prevention and emergency procedures
Supervises the children staff program areas and all activities in a safe and friendly manner
Makes ongoing systematic observations and evaluations of each child
Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with coworkers
Acts as a role model to children and staff
Adheres to program cleanliness standards
Checks and responds to emails and other communication regularly
Acquires 15 hours of formal training or education annually related to child care
Completes all required trainings as assigned by supervisor by scheduled due date
If required to drive while on duty (either your own vehicle or a Yowned vehicle) must maintain a current valid Oregon drivers license a DMV driving record that meets YMCA standards and evidence of insurability throughout entire term of employment
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years or older
Must be able to pass the YMCA and DELC required background checks
Central Background Registryoregonearlylearning required by DELC and
Background Investigation Bureau (BIB) required for all YMCA Staff
At least 18 months of experience serving or working with youth 6 weeks 11 years of age
Previous supervisory experience
At least 240 hours of qualifying experience working with youth 6 weeks 12 years ofage
OR
At least an AA Degree in:
Early childhood education
Child development
Elementary education
Special education
Physical education
Recreation
OR
At least a Step 8 in the Oregon Registry
Preferred Qualifications
At least 18 months of previous experience working with children; camps childcare tutoring nanny coaching.
Other applicable education training and experience which provide the knowledge abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.
Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language culture race physical activity sexual orientation etc..
Conversationally fluent in Spanish
Previous experience planning and implementing group activities
Professional Competencies
Develops self and supports others (e.g. staff volunteers members program participants) both formally and informally to achieve their highest potential
Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations
Ability to plan organize and implement ageappropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
The ability to develop positive authentic relationships with people from all backgrounds
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Ability to plan lead and participate in activities such as sports games and curriculum activities and monitor behavior inside and outside
Must be able to walk run stand sit kneel and get back to a standing position
Ability to lift and carry the weight of 50lbs
General housekeeping: mop/sweep. take the trash out wash dishes clean tables and toys stack and put baskets away and the like
Following sanitation protocols
Hours/Days
Monday through Friday 8:30am5:00pm 30minute lunch)
Position hours will vary depending on the need with some changes due to youth/teen/family events
Fulltime Employee Benefits & Discounts
At the Eugene Family Y we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth promote healthy living and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.
The Eugene Family YMCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The Eugene Family YMCA is committed to creating an environment of mutual recognition where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy (including childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) national origin age physical and mental disability marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression genetic information (including characteristics and testing) military and veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Y believes that diversity inclusion and a sense of purpose and belonging in the workplace are critical to the achievement of our mission. We seek to recruit develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may complete theADA Accommodation Request Form; or contact us atorext. 246.
The Y: Were for youth development healthy living and social responsibility.
Employment Type
Full-Time
