Support Staff

Lakeland Hills Ymca • Mountain Lakes, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Support Staff are responsible for aiding the Site Director and Co-Director in making sure the Kids Club procedures and requirements, detailed in the staff handbook, are being executed. Responsible for the supervision, safety, and well-being of the children. Creates positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promotes and supports the potential of participants and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall Kids Club experience.

Requirements

• Experience working in school and youth setting.
• Enthusiastic, Responsible, Dependable, Consistent, Level-Headed, Flexible, and Calm in all situations.
• Ability to help children grow in character, experiences, and insights.
• Ability to always guard the health and well-being of children.
• Capable of being flexible and taking direction well
• Prior experience working with children

Responsibilities

• Communicate with co-staff daily.
• Assist in the planning of upcoming events and activities.
• Follow all state regulations as outlined in Staff Orientation.
• Executes program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values. These must include: SEL, Arts & Crafts, STEM, Sports & Games, Community Projects, and Literacy.
• Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children, and staff.
• Must model relationship-building skills in all interactions.
• Take daily attendance and follow “Missing Child Procedure”

Benefits

• Paid Sick Time
• Free YMCA membership including Brand New State of the Art Health & Fitness Center, Group Fitness Classes such as Pilates, Yoga, Strength, etc; regulation-sized pool and member discounts and exclusive opportunities.
• We believe in promoting from within whenever possible and encourage internal career growth.
• Employees will have first access to opportunities to transfer to other departments and explore new roles as positions become available, providing a pathway for professional development within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed