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YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South

School Age Services - Group Leader (Part-Time) - Collierville, TN

YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, Collierville, Tennessee, United States, 38017

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YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South .

Purpose of Position This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, this part‑time Group Leader is responsible for implementing activities and executing daily lesson plans for the School Age Before and After School sites and Summer Programs.

Essential Functions

Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Set up and take down program space so that the area is transformed into a child‑friendly environment; this includes moving, cleaning, picking up and putting back furniture and equipment ensuring program space is left in an organized fashion.

Actively lead and engage a group of 15 to 20 children in activities outlined by the Site Director either inside or outside program areas and during transition times.

Follow all safety standards and risk management policies, ensuring the safety and well‑being of participants and fellow YMCA staff.

Assist in planning and implementing a quality curriculum that meets YMCA guidelines.

Attend all staff meetings and in‑service training as required by the program staff.

Assist in controlling and maintaining supplies and inventory on site.

Assist in monitoring licensing standards at the School Age site to ensure maintenance of all quality standards.

Maintain positive relationships with YMCA personnel, administration and school staff.

Assist in maintaining citywide policies and procedures.

Assume duties as directed by the Site Director.

YMCA Leadership Competencies

Mission Advancement:

Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the Y’s efforts for all stakeholders.

Collaboration:

Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the Y. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance the Y’s mission and goals.

Operational Effectiveness:

Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves staff at all levels in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls.

Personal Growth:

Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change.

Behavioral Characteristics:

Welcoming, Nurturing, Determined, Hopeful, and Genuine.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA.

An enthusiastic personality with the desire to serve members, volunteers, guests, participants and staff to create a culture of service within our programs.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative.

Must be highly organized with the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.

Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.

Must complete all state and school district mandated background checks and fingerprint clearances.

Minimum 18 years of age.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Certifications Required Before a new hire is scheduled to work, they

must complete 11 hours of training . Those trainings include but are not limited to:

New Hire Orientation training

DHS Background Disclosure Form & Fingerprint appointment

Abuse Registry Check

DHS Physical health form

Proof of education

Past Employment reference

DHS TCCOTS “Before you Begin” and “Shaken Baby” training (TN program sites)

Pre‑service training

Within 30 days of hire:

CPR/First Aid/AED (Infant/Pediatric)

Must maintain annual training requirements.

Work Schedule

Flexible work schedule required. Work schedules may vary per the needs of specific before and after sites.

Before care is from 6:30 am until the start of school.

After care is from the end of school until 6:30 pm.

This part‑time position is a split shift position that takes place Monday – Friday during before school and/or after school hours.

Available work schedules:

Before school (only)

After school (only)

Before and after school

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Climbing, sitting, reaching, crouching or crawling, standing, pushing, walking, kneeling, and stooping.

Exposure to electrical/mechanical mechanisms.

Exposure to some chemical elements.

Exposure to extreme weather conditions.

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Noise level usually minimal to moderate.

Information Security & Sensitivity Conditions

This position requires elevated security permissions (administrative) to one or more systems which store or maintain sensitive and/or confidential information.

This position requires access to sensitive and confidential information.

All system activity performed by individuals working in this position is subject to periodic system audits.

This position may be subject to privileged information such as organization changes, staffing changes, security events or other sensitive communications and is expected to protect and keep sensitive or confidential communications and/or information private.

Failure to comply with any security and/or sensitivity related duties as defined in this section will result in disciplinary action which may include termination.

Salary $12.00 – $16.00 per hour.

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