Assistant LEAPS Coordinator - Part Time

YMCA of Central New YorkSyracuse, NY
Onsite

About The Position

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 NYS Learning and Enrichment After-school Program Supports (LEAPS) Coordinator will plan, organize, and lead a comprehensive enrichment program for approximately children. The Assistant LEAPS Coordinator assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, PE, or related field
  • New York State Children’s Program Administrator Credential
  • School Age Child Care Credential
  • Two years of college with 18 credits in the above listed areas of concentration
  • Two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity
  • Excellent organizational and communications skills both verbal and written are essential to the success of this position.
  • Possess leadership qualities that enable the candidate to successfully lead as well as work as a member of a team.
  • Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are physically fit to provide child day care.
  • Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.
  • Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL).
  • Must complete annual safety, combating sexual-harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources prior to direct service.
  • Must have current CPR and First Aid
  • Must hold Medication Administration Certification (MAT) or successfully complete within the first 60-days of employment.
  • Must complete a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first fifteen hours being received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (many training sessions will be held during the monthly staff meetings).

Responsibilities

  • 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 School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
  • Maintains records related to the program.
  • Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse.
  • Knows, follows, and enforces all applicable SCSD policies.
  • Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department offerings and member engagement.
  • Oversee, and assist with hiring, all LEAPS program staff.
  • Oversee both academic and arts/enrichment program curriculum and lesson plans.
  • Collect and organize program data.
  • Process payroll for all program staff.
  • Purchase all necessary program supplies.
  • Communicate and collaborate with families, caregivers, and partners.
  • 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.
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