Youth Leader - ELOP - Escondido

YMCA of San Diego County•Encinitas, CA

13d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Leader – ELOP works under the supervision of the Site Supervisor and is responsible for directly supervising program participants and planning and implementing daily activities. The role collaborates with team members, families, and school personnel to provide academic support, enrichment, and other student programs that build skills, encourage healthy choices and behaviors, promote diversity and equity, support youth voice and leadership, and improve academic achievement. The position calls for high energy, dedication, patience, and a strong desire to mentor youth, strengthen families, and serve the community. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:20 a.m.–8:00 a.m. and 12:45 p.m.–6:00 p.m. The hourly pay range is $19.69–$23.63.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED.
Meet the assigned school district’s minimum qualifications for a highly qualified Classroom Assistant/Instructional Aide; an AA/AS degree, 48 college units, or a passing score on the district’s proficiency exam is acceptable.
Fingerprint clearance from DOJ/FBI required before working.
TB test clearance within 60 days before employment or before working at a school site.
Complete Child Abuse Prevention training before working with program participants.
Obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certification covering adults and children/infants within 30 days of hire, from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety & Health Institute, or YMCA.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act in an emergency.
Physical ability to lead activities, monitor youth behavior, and perform general housekeeping.

Responsibilities

Actively supervise program participants and ensure their guidance and safety.
Assist with planning, management, and implementation of age-appropriate activities that engage students in active and meaningful experiences.
Communicate positively and professionally with participants, families, school and district personnel, and community partners.
Collaborate with school personnel and program partners to align high-quality academic activities and coordinate student services.
Provide positive behavior guidance that supports students’ developmental, social-emotional, and physical needs.
Ensure the program meets school district and YMCA of San Diego County requirements.
Maintain program spaces so they are organized, clean, and safe.
Respond to critical incidents using visual and auditory abilities and act physically in emergency situations.
Lead sports, games, and curriculum activities; monitor youth behavior; and perform general housekeeping responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.