YCAP Program Assistant - Robertson

YMCA of Middle TN•Nashville, TN

6d•$19

About The Position

Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Middle TN, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the Y-Quest Coordinator, the YCAP Program Assistant is responsible for implementing all activities and executing daily lesson plans for the afterschool prevention program (Y-Quest). The YCAP Program Assistant leads middle school program participants in their daily activities. The YCAP Program Assistant will be responsible for providing quality programming that will ensure the participants’ safety at all times and foster social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth. The YCAP Program Assistant will maintain positive relationships with YMCA staff, school staff, and program participants and families.

Requirements

Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA
An enthusiastic personality with the desire to serve members, volunteers, guests, participants and staff to create a culture of service within our programs
Strong interpersonal, communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative
Must be highly organized with the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information
Minimum 18 years of age
High school diploma required
Minimum 1-year experience in youth development preferred
New Hire Orientation training
DHS Background Disclosure Form & Fingerprint appointment
Abuse Registry Check
Completed references report
CPR/First Aid/AED (Infant/Pediatric) Must maintain annual training requirements

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
Direct youth in the daily activities outlined; implement a daily curriculum
Actively lead and engage a group of up to 30 middle school youth in activities outlined in the approved curriculum calendar, in both indoor and outdoor program areas and during transition times
Set up and take down program space so the area is transformed into youth-friendly environment; this includes moving, cleaning, picking up and putting back furniture and equipment, and ensuring program space is left in an organized fashion
Assist in distribution and collection of student evaluations
Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required by program leadership
Attend events and meetings at the designated program site
Ensure the safety of students at all times
Maintain positive relationships with the YMCA, school personnel, community partners, program participants, and families
Carry out special projects and events as assigned by program staff