School Aged Counselor

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibilities. Under the direction of the Director, the Child Care Staff will be responsible for assisting in overall supervision and classroom management using the specific goals, objectives and curriculum for a group of children. The Child care staff guides the development of children, ensuring a safe, enriching and healthy environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with the day to day operation in the assigned area
• Create a compassionate attitude when interacting with and caring for children
• Implement activities that are developmentally appropriate, meeting the needs of all of the children in the group
• Maintain ratios at all times
• Provide active supervision and is alert at all times must be able to see and hear all children in your assigned group
• Provide a program that exhibits high standards in cleanliness and preparation
• Work as a team through positive approach with other staff members
• Communicate with program family members in a positive way at all times
• Demonstrates appropriate decision making abilities
• Upholds and exemplifies the YMCA principles of character and customer service
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Obtain minimum of 20 hours of professional development per year in a field related to children as required by DHS.
• Attend and participate in program activities, staff meetings and staff trainings.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Child Care Staff

(Competencies for “Leader”):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals,

clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.