School Age Child Care Site Assistant - Part Time

YMCA of Central New York • West Phoenix, NY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time position assisting with all program activities in a School Age Child Care program. The role involves supporting the Site Coordinator in planning and leading activities such as arts & crafts, music, drama, games, sports, science experiments, homework time, and character development. The position requires adherence to program guidelines and NYS Office of Children and Family Services regulations. A key aspect of the role is providing a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for children, acting as a positive role model, and fostering YMCA character development values. The Site Assistant will also be responsible for serving snacks, completing accident reports, maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders, and potentially working additional hours during school breaks or closures.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Substantial experience working with children under 13 years of age.
• Must be at least 16 years of age, some sites may require 18 years of age.
• Excellent organizational and communications skills both verbal and written.
• Maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with people.
• Knowledge of various resources for programming ideas and the skills to utilize that information.
• Knowledge of age appropriate activities and expectations of children ages 5 to 12.
• Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test.
• Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS within the first 30-days of employment.
• Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL) within the first 30-days of employment.
• Complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment.
• Hold CPR, AED, and O2 (First Aid may be required at some branches) certifications or successfully complete within 30-days after employment begins.
• Complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.
• Attend and complete New Employee Orientation (includes Activate America Video 1), Listen First Level 1, and Quality Service Training within the first 90-days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior medical statement and tuberculin test may be accepted if dated within 12-months preceding the date of the application.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Coordinator in planning and developing lesson plans that include a variety of activities.
• Observe and follow School Age Child Care program guidelines and NYS Office of Children and Family Services regulations.
• Greet children and parents by name and extend thanks when appropriate.
• Assist in promotion and leading of the School Age annual family event.
• Report to the program ready to work at designated times and prepared to stay until all children have left.
• Conducts the program in the Site Coordinator's absence.
• Perform general housekeeping tasks, clean up after activities, and ensure program areas are clean and well organized.
• Provide a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for all children.
• Act as a positive role model for the children in the program.
• Foster an environment that includes YMCA character development values and teaches life skills.
• Provide children with a daily snack that is wholesome, nutritious, and appropriate.
• Complete accident reports for all injuries or illnesses requiring first aid and discuss incidents with parents.
• Maintain a positive, open relationship with all staff, parents, program participants, school administration, and the community.
• Work additional hours when there is a scheduled ½ day of school.
• Work a ½-day or full day shift when school is closed due to inclement weather or other unexpected reasons.
• Work during vacation camp on a part-time or full-time basis.
• Hand in completed time sheets on a bi-weekly basis.
• Follow Attendance and Call in procedures, notifying the Site Coordinator when unable to work.
• Complete required training hours as mandated by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
• Attend all staff meetings and training programs.
• Follow all YMCA policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• The Y strengthens the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus; youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility and our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

What This Job Offers

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