Assistant School Age Child Care & Camp Director - Full Time

$19.00 - $21.00/hour

Monday- Friday

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.

We are for ALL.

Position Summary:

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. Under the direction of the Senior Program Director, the Assistant Director of Childcare will organize the day-to-day operations of their assigned program areas, including direct oversight of staff. The Assistant Director assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

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.

• Plans, coordinates, organizes and leads all daily program activities.

• Provides leadership to staff, ensures adequate coverage for all activities.

• Observes and follows the department and program guidelines as well as the regulations set by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.

• Maintains records related to the program.

• Works as needed when school is closed due to inclement weather or other unexpected reasons.

• Communicates with management on behalf of the Director.

• Acts as a proxy for the Director as needed in their absence.

• Collaborates with the Director to sustain, promote, and grow departmental programs and services.

• Manages program expenses.

• Participates in strategic planning and presides over meetings as needed.

• Maintains policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

• Assists with all supervision of staff, including: recruitment, hiring, training, evaluation, human resources and payroll functions, recognition, and discipline of employees; scheduling and facilitating staff meetings and trainings; overall safety; addresses complaints; and resolves problems effectively with the support of their direct supervisor.

• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse.

• Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department offerings and member engagement.

• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. Clean and store equipment per branch procedures.

• Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.

• Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to contribute to the overall success of the YMCA.

YMCA Leadership Competencies:

• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.