YMCA of Central New York
LEAPS Sentry - Van Duyn School - Part Time
YMCA of Central New York, Syracuse, New York, us, 13235
$33.00/hour
Mon- Thurs, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
A Career with a Cause:
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. 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.
Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth
development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is
achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of
caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that
build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the LEAPS Site Coordinator, the LEAPS Sentry is responsible for helping to maintain order
and for protecting the well-being of students, staff, and visitors during program hours. Employment is contingent
upon the incumbent clearing all NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements; these
requirements include fingerprinting, background screening and clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and
Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL) within the first 30-days of employment. Prior
to being assigned to their position, the incumbent is required to complete an initial medical statement and
tuberculin test. If the incumbent previously worked in a Child/Day Care setting, a prior medical statement and
tuberculin test may be accepted if dated within 12-months preceding the date of the application.
Essential Functions:
• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization;
supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance
with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Familiarize oneself with the YMCA School Age Child Care objectives and consider these objectives in delivery of
• services.
• Provides protection of students, faculty and support service personnel.
• Maintains order in school hallways and cafeteria.
• Intervenes directly to control disturbances among students.
• Reports to the supervisor, by radio receiver-transmitter or telephone, any emergency situations that may
require police assistance.
• Completes, or assists in completion, of incident reports.
• Attends orientation and in-service training sessions relative to rules, regulations policies, first aid,
conflict resolution and human relations.
• Observe and follow the YMCA School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set forth
by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
• Report to the program ready to work at designated times and prepared to stay until all of the children have left.
• Provide a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for all children. Assist with behavior management of
program participants using positive techniques of guidance, redirection, reinforcement, and
encouragement of age-appropriate expectations. Set up guidelines and environments that minimize the
need for discipline and provide steps towards progressive discipline as needed.
• Provide a positive role model for the children in the program. This includes actions, speech, and attire of all staff.
• Foster within the program participants the growth of the four YMCA character values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty. Foster the growth of skills in team-building, good sportsmanship,
friendship, and pride in doing one's best.
• Assist with supervision of snack, dismissal, and other program transitions as assigned.
• Assist with maintaining staff sign-in logs, visitor sign-in logs, and other related records on a daily basis.
• Follow the Syracuse City School District's Code of Conduct at all times.
• Assist in conducting monthly fire drills, shelter in place drills and daily health checks as required by OCFS.
• Maintain a positive, open relationship with all staff, parents, and program participants. Any issues/concerns
should be reported to the Director.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and trainings/workshops (for both the YMCA and SACC clearance
requirements.)
• Hand in completed time sheets on a bi-weekly basis.
• All other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
Experience, Education and Qualifications:
• Previous experience working with children under 13 years of age.
• Previous experience working in a security or policing position preferred.
• Brings to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with people.
• Possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.
• Ability to work in an environment where flexibility and patience are often required.
NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:
• Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will:
? Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are
physically fit to provide child day care.
• Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:
? Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.
? Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and
Maltreatment (SCL).
Trainings & Certifications:
• Must complete annual safety, combating sexual harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by
human resources prior to direct service.
• Must hold Medication Administration Certification or successfully complete no later than 90 days after employment
begins.
• Be responsible for completing a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first 15 hours being
received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services
(training sessions will be held monthly, online and/or during monthly staff meetings).
Mon- Thurs, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
A Career with a Cause:
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. 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.
Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth
development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is
achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of
caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that
build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the LEAPS Site Coordinator, the LEAPS Sentry is responsible for helping to maintain order
and for protecting the well-being of students, staff, and visitors during program hours. Employment is contingent
upon the incumbent clearing all NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements; these
requirements include fingerprinting, background screening and clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and
Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL) within the first 30-days of employment. Prior
to being assigned to their position, the incumbent is required to complete an initial medical statement and
tuberculin test. If the incumbent previously worked in a Child/Day Care setting, a prior medical statement and
tuberculin test may be accepted if dated within 12-months preceding the date of the application.
Essential Functions:
• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization;
supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance
with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Familiarize oneself with the YMCA School Age Child Care objectives and consider these objectives in delivery of
• services.
• Provides protection of students, faculty and support service personnel.
• Maintains order in school hallways and cafeteria.
• Intervenes directly to control disturbances among students.
• Reports to the supervisor, by radio receiver-transmitter or telephone, any emergency situations that may
require police assistance.
• Completes, or assists in completion, of incident reports.
• Attends orientation and in-service training sessions relative to rules, regulations policies, first aid,
conflict resolution and human relations.
• Observe and follow the YMCA School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set forth
by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
• Report to the program ready to work at designated times and prepared to stay until all of the children have left.
• Provide a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for all children. Assist with behavior management of
program participants using positive techniques of guidance, redirection, reinforcement, and
encouragement of age-appropriate expectations. Set up guidelines and environments that minimize the
need for discipline and provide steps towards progressive discipline as needed.
• Provide a positive role model for the children in the program. This includes actions, speech, and attire of all staff.
• Foster within the program participants the growth of the four YMCA character values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty. Foster the growth of skills in team-building, good sportsmanship,
friendship, and pride in doing one's best.
• Assist with supervision of snack, dismissal, and other program transitions as assigned.
• Assist with maintaining staff sign-in logs, visitor sign-in logs, and other related records on a daily basis.
• Follow the Syracuse City School District's Code of Conduct at all times.
• Assist in conducting monthly fire drills, shelter in place drills and daily health checks as required by OCFS.
• Maintain a positive, open relationship with all staff, parents, and program participants. Any issues/concerns
should be reported to the Director.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings and trainings/workshops (for both the YMCA and SACC clearance
requirements.)
• Hand in completed time sheets on a bi-weekly basis.
• All other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
Experience, Education and Qualifications:
• Previous experience working with children under 13 years of age.
• Previous experience working in a security or policing position preferred.
• Brings to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with people.
• Possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.
• Ability to work in an environment where flexibility and patience are often required.
NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:
• Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will:
? Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are
physically fit to provide child day care.
• Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:
? Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.
? Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and
Maltreatment (SCL).
Trainings & Certifications:
• Must complete annual safety, combating sexual harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by
human resources prior to direct service.
• Must hold Medication Administration Certification or successfully complete no later than 90 days after employment
begins.
• Be responsible for completing a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first 15 hours being
received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services
(training sessions will be held monthly, online and/or during monthly staff meetings).