Central Coast YMCA
Overview Under the direction of their supervisor, provide leadership to groups of children and assist in the overall management and supervision of the program at the assigned site.
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Serves as an active member of the YMCA staff team, which includes being available to participate in school break camps while school is in session. Provides direct leadership to groups of children at the site, working to provide a safe, caring, stimulating environment for the children and co‑workers. Under the direction of their supervisor, implements and participates in developmentally appropriate curriculum for groups of children. Delivers the curriculum to the children by providing a positive example to follow as well as specific instructions and feedback. Reports any concerns to their supervisor as soon as possible. Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on behavioral and health concerns for each child before and throughout their participation in the program. Communicate concerns as soon as possible to their supervisor. Develop positive relationships with the parents of participants through consistent, professional communication. Supports the Site Supervisor in the implementation of Central Coast YMCA policies and procedures. Follows California ASES Program policies and procedures. (Applies to Licensed Site Only) Assists their supervisor with developing, promoting, and conducting events and activities to involve the families of program participants. Transfers to alternative sites as needed. Performs any other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education and/or Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Education and/or Experience (continued)
High school diploma or GED or completion of high school equivalency. Two years of study (48 semester units) at an institution of higher education; or associate’s (or higher) degree from an institution of higher education; or Pass a District-selected assessment demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. Demonstrated ability to lead, facilitate, and participate in engaging activities with children 5-14 years old. One or more years experience in related recreation, leisure services, or related field with emphasis on programs for youth, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the desirable knowledge, skills, and abilities. Language Skills
Ability to effectively present information to management, coworkers, children, parents, and any other related program partners. Proper use of English, spelling, and grammar and able to communicate in both oral and written forms. Ability to use age-appropriate methods of tutoring and motivating students. Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts. Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Other Skills, Requirements, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics
At least 18 years of age is recommended. Ability and willingness to work as a team. Enthusiastic, dependable, and a sense of humor. Willing to follow directions and take initiative. Understanding of the YMCA mission and a willingness to demonstrate the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in interactions with children, staff, and parents. Even-tempered and able to adjust tasks by changing priorities. Interest in and ability to interact with children and have positive impacts on them. Possesses Current CPR and First Aid Certification. Live Scan Clearance. Completed pre-employment health screening and TB test. A neat, clean appearance. Other than the conservative use of earrings, visible body piercings are unacceptable. Visible pierced tongues are not allowed. No visible tattoos. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Also required to climb, push, and pull. Acts safely and acceptably, follows established safety procedures, uses appropriate safeguards, and observes common sense rules of safety in all on-the-job activities. Ensures coworkers do the same. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Assistance is required above this amount. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. Company Description Today, the Central Coast YMCA employs 27 full-time employees, about 225 part-time employees, and 120 volunteers who impact approximately 40,000 people within Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey counties. As a YMCA member, YOU are part of a worldwide movement, which is in over 120 countries dedicated to making this world a better place—one person at a time. YMCAs are at the heart of community life in over 2,800 neighborhoods and towns across our great nation. Collectively, YMCAs are the largest not-for-profit community service organization in America. The YMCA\'s strength is in the people they bring together. Y\'s are for people of all faiths, races, abilities, ages, and incomes.
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Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves as an active member of the YMCA staff team, which includes being available to participate in school break camps while school is in session. Provides direct leadership to groups of children at the site, working to provide a safe, caring, stimulating environment for the children and co‑workers. Under the direction of their supervisor, implements and participates in developmentally appropriate curriculum for groups of children. Delivers the curriculum to the children by providing a positive example to follow as well as specific instructions and feedback. Reports any concerns to their supervisor as soon as possible. Maintains accurate, up-to-date records on behavioral and health concerns for each child before and throughout their participation in the program. Communicate concerns as soon as possible to their supervisor. Develop positive relationships with the parents of participants through consistent, professional communication. Supports the Site Supervisor in the implementation of Central Coast YMCA policies and procedures. Follows California ASES Program policies and procedures. (Applies to Licensed Site Only) Assists their supervisor with developing, promoting, and conducting events and activities to involve the families of program participants. Transfers to alternative sites as needed. Performs any other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education and/or Experience: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Education and/or Experience (continued)
High school diploma or GED or completion of high school equivalency. Two years of study (48 semester units) at an institution of higher education; or associate’s (or higher) degree from an institution of higher education; or Pass a District-selected assessment demonstrating knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. Demonstrated ability to lead, facilitate, and participate in engaging activities with children 5-14 years old. One or more years experience in related recreation, leisure services, or related field with emphasis on programs for youth, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the desirable knowledge, skills, and abilities. Language Skills
Ability to effectively present information to management, coworkers, children, parents, and any other related program partners. Proper use of English, spelling, and grammar and able to communicate in both oral and written forms. Ability to use age-appropriate methods of tutoring and motivating students. Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts. Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Other Skills, Requirements, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics
At least 18 years of age is recommended. Ability and willingness to work as a team. Enthusiastic, dependable, and a sense of humor. Willing to follow directions and take initiative. Understanding of the YMCA mission and a willingness to demonstrate the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in interactions with children, staff, and parents. Even-tempered and able to adjust tasks by changing priorities. Interest in and ability to interact with children and have positive impacts on them. Possesses Current CPR and First Aid Certification. Live Scan Clearance. Completed pre-employment health screening and TB test. A neat, clean appearance. Other than the conservative use of earrings, visible body piercings are unacceptable. Visible pierced tongues are not allowed. No visible tattoos. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, and sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Also required to climb, push, and pull. Acts safely and acceptably, follows established safety procedures, uses appropriate safeguards, and observes common sense rules of safety in all on-the-job activities. Ensures coworkers do the same. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Assistance is required above this amount. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. Company Description Today, the Central Coast YMCA employs 27 full-time employees, about 225 part-time employees, and 120 volunteers who impact approximately 40,000 people within Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey counties. As a YMCA member, YOU are part of a worldwide movement, which is in over 120 countries dedicated to making this world a better place—one person at a time. YMCAs are at the heart of community life in over 2,800 neighborhoods and towns across our great nation. Collectively, YMCAs are the largest not-for-profit community service organization in America. The YMCA\'s strength is in the people they bring together. Y\'s are for people of all faiths, races, abilities, ages, and incomes.
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