After School Enrichment: Youth Leader

Santa Monica Family YMCA • Santa Monica, CA

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the After School Enrichment Coordinator, the After School Enrichment Youth Leader is responsible for the direct supervision of program participants, and for the daily implementation of after school program activities. The Youth Leader collaborates with other team members and families to provide participants with academic support, enrichment activities, and other activities that increase student skill building, encourage healthy choices and behaviors, promote diversity and equity, support youth voice and leadership, and increase overall academic achievement. The Youth Leader position requires high energy, dedication, patience, and a strong desire to mentor youth, strengthen families, and serve the community.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ years of age
• Possess a high school diploma/GED; one year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a before or after school or day camp setting.
• Completion of Child Abuse Prevention training prior to working with program participants
• CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety & Health Institute

Nice To Haves

• Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: mentoring, arts & crafts, homework assistance, songs/music, skits, sports, aquatics, recreational games, etc.

Responsibilities

• Actively supervises program participants, ensuring their guidance and safety at all times
• Assists in the planning, management, and implementation of age-appropriate program activities that engage students in active and meaningful experience.
• Work closely with school administration and afterschool program staff to ensure effective communication.
• Provide positive behavior guidance that supports the developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs of all students
• Perform daily duties that ensure space is properly maintained, organized, clean, and safe
• Respond to critical incidents and follow processes and procedures for Ouch Reports, Incident Reports and/or emergencies
• Lead sports, games and curriculum activities, monitor youth behavior, and perform general housekeeping responsibilities
• Educate students on safety protocols while riding in the vehicle and encourage respectful behavior toward peers.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED