Youth Development Program Leader 2

Eugene Family Ymca•Eugene, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Development Program Leader 2 supports full-day youth development and after-school childcare programs. The role provides childcare, enrichment and physical activities, teaches teamwork and social skills, and supports children’s growth and learning. Program Leader 2s build positive, nurturing relationships with children and cooperative relationships with families, provide direction for the program and classroom, and implement the curriculum. Programs and staff provide quality experiences centered on 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 the program period or program needs is not guaranteed. Scheduled hours are generally Monday through Thursday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Some programs also operate before school Monday through Friday, 6:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Hours vary slightly by site, with additional time for planning, meetings, and training. This is a non-exempt, Grade 5 position in the Youth Development department, reporting to the Youth Teen & Family Director. The Y offers a free membership as an employment benefit and is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and belonging.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
At least 18 months of experience serving or working with school-age youth.
Previous supervisory experience.
Enrolled in the Child Care Division Central Background Registry and able to provide proof of enrollment.
Must meet Office of Child Care requirements through one of the listed pathways: 60 hours of program experience plus 20 clock hours of qualifying school-age childcare training completed within the last five years, including 5 hours each in understanding and guiding behavior, learning environments and curriculum, human growth and development, and program management; OR at least 240 hours of qualifying experience with school-age children in the last five years in a Certified Child Care Center or comparable group care program; OR at least an AA degree in one of the listed related fields; OR at least Step 8 in the Oregon Registry.
Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate program activities.
Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from all backgrounds.
Ability to plan, lead, and participate in sports, games, curriculum activities, and behavior monitoring indoors and outdoors.
Ability to walk, run, stand, sit, kneel, and return to a standing position.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Able to perform general housekeeping and follow sanitation protocols.
If required to drive while on duty, must maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license, a DMV driving record meeting YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Manage, direct, and coordinate after-school childcare programs at assigned locations, ensuring high-quality programming.
Train, develop, schedule, and direct personnel and volunteers as needed; review and evaluate staff performance and develop strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals.
Manage position-related budgets, keep programs within budget, and ensure program fees are collected.
Support healthy eating and physical activity and implement culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate activity plans that address participants’ individual needs.
Ensure compliance with state and local regulations, YMCA program standards, safety procedures, and Office of Child Care guidelines.
Maintain program facilities and equipment and ensure the physical environment supports healthy living.
Maintain positive relationships with childcare licensing agencies, facility staff, families, and related organizations; respond to agency, family, and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Provide staff leadership at Youth Development events and maintain proper records and department files.
Assist with marketing and distribution of program information; conduct family conferences as needed and communicate effectively with families.
Maintain program sites and equipment, including setting up and breaking down activity centers and cleaning program areas.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
Safely supervise children, staff, program areas, and activities; make ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child.
Maintain positive relationships and effective communication with coworkers and serve as a role model to children and staff.
Adhere to program cleanliness and sanitation standards, including general housekeeping tasks.
Check and respond to emails and other communications regularly.
Complete 15 hours of formal child-care-related training or education annually, including at least 8 clock hours in child development and 1 hour in health, safety, and nutrition.
Attend New Staff Orientation within 10 days of hire and complete required trainings by their scheduled due dates.
If required to drive while on duty, maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license, a DMV driving record meeting YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout employment.
Represent the YMCA’s mission and values in workplace interactions, approach conversations respectfully and with an open mind, and be accountable for the energy brought to conversations and the workplace.
Perform other duties as assigned.