YMCA Afterschool Program Staff

EUGENE FAMILY YMCA•Eugene, OR

4d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Development Program Leader 1 supports YMCA youth development and school-age childcare programs by providing childcare, homework support, enrichment and physical activities, and opportunities to develop teamwork and social skills. The role builds positive, nurturing relationships with children and cooperative relationships with families, delivering quality experiences centered on the YMCA values of honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. The position may be connected to the YMCA’s school-year childcare program, anticipated to operate approximately August through June. Staffing depends on enrollment, funding, operational needs, and school district calendars; employment beyond program periods or needs is not guaranteed. Hours vary by site. The listed schedule is after school Monday through Thursday, 2 p.m.–6 p.m., and Friday, 12:30 p.m.–6 p.m., with additional hours for meetings and training.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Be enrolled in the Child Care Division Central Background Registry and provide proof of enrollment.
Meet Office of Child Care requirements: at least 240 hours of qualifying experience working with school-age children within the last five years in a Certified Child Care Center or comparable group-care program.
Be able to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities.
Be able to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from all backgrounds.
Be able to plan, lead, and participate in sports, games, and curriculum activities while monitoring behavior indoors and outdoors.
Be able to walk, run, stand, sit, kneel, and return to a standing position.
Be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Perform general housekeeping, including mopping or sweeping, taking out trash, washing dishes, cleaning tables and toys, and stacking and putting away baskets.
Follow sanitation protocols.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with diverse populations.
Conversational ability in Spanish, French, Mandarin, or Mam.

Responsibilities

Complete 15 hours of formal childcare-related training or education annually, including at least 8 clock hours in child development and 1 hour in health, safety, and nutrition; continue child-development training for at least 1.25 hours per month.
Attend New Staff Orientation within 10 days of hire.
Follow program lesson plans and implement culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate activities that address participants’ individual physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs.
Serve as a positive role model and use positive youth-development approaches to support children’s academic and social development.
Create a programming environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play, and welcomes children.
Promote positive supervision, communication, and interactions, and maintain ongoing communication with the supervisor.
Apply knowledge of the YMCA mission, goals, childcare policies, and standards, and help ensure programs meet high standards.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those for medical and disciplinary situations, child-abuse prevention, and emergencies.
Stay current with and follow Office of Childcare guidelines.
Regularly check and respond to email and other communications.
Remain actively engaged with youth and activities during the program day.
Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with families, facility and school personnel, members, and coworkers.
Maintain program sites and equipment; help set up and break down activity centers and clean program areas.
Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
Respectfully share information with families about a child’s day.
May guide staff or volunteers overseeing groups of children.
If required to drive on duty, maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license, a DMV driving record meeting YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout employment.
Complete trainings assigned by the supervisor by their scheduled due dates.
Perform other duties as assigned and represent YMCA mission and values through respectful, open-minded, accountable interactions.