After School Group Leader - Manatee County School Locations

YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA • FL

79d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Program Director and Site Coordinator, the position is responsible for the direct care, supervision and well being of all participants enrolled in the Before/After School Program/Summer Camp.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or over the age of 18.
• Successfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements.
• Prior experience working with children.
• Able to adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy.
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• Positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Infant/child CPR & First Aid certification.
• Annual completion of YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens training.
• Annual completion of YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention class.
• 40 clock hours of Introduction to Child Care Training class (State Mandated).
• 5 clock hours of Early Literacy and Language Development Training class.
• 40 clock hours of annual In-Service training completed between July 1st and June 30th of each calendar year.

Responsibilities

• Assists program staff in executing high quality, age-appropriate activities for enrolled participants.
• Responsible for the physical safety of the participants at all times.
• Develops and fosters interpersonal relationships between participants, and is pro-active creating a positive, welcoming environment of cooperation, friendliness, and helpfulness towards participants.
• Exemplifies appropriate behavior and is a role model for participants.
• Documents attendance, absenteeism and incidents for each child in compliance with state/county/district requirements.
• Executes high quality, age-appropriate activities for enrolled participants.
• Understands and implements emergency procedures as necessary.
• Establishes structure and routines for participants by setting boundaries and behavior guidelines.
• Immediately reports all unusual incidents or accidents to the Program Director and fills out all applicable and necessary reports.
• Assists the Program Director or Site Director in supervising staff and with oversight of all program activities.
• Organizes, plans, and executes high quality, age-appropriate activities for enrolled participants.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees