YMCA Afterschool Site Supervisor

Job DetailsJob Location: Eugene Family YMCA - Eugene, OR 97405Salary Range: $22.41 - $22.41 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Title: Youth Development Program Leader 2

Department: Youth Development

Classification: Non-exempt

Job Grade: 5

Reports to: Youth Teen & Family Director

Hiring for the following school locations: 

Awbrey Park: Before & Afterschool Hours, M-F
Camas Ridge/Family School: Afterschool Hours, M-F
Charlemagne: Before & Afterschool Hours, M-F
Gilham: Afterschool Hours, M-F
Bertha Holt: Afterschool Hours, M-F
Willagilespie: Before & Afterschool Hours, M-F
Pleasant Hill: Afterschool Hours, M-F

Note:  This position may be connected to the YMCA’s school-year childcare program, which is anticipated to operate from approximately August through June. Program staffing needs are dependent upon enrollment, funding, operational needs, and school district calendars. Employment beyond the program period or program needs is not guaranteed.

Our Culture
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Position Summary
As a Program Leader 2, you will be part of an amazing team supporting our full-day youth development programs. You will provide childcare, enrichment & physical activities, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn. Program Leader IIs create positive, nurturing relationships with children while building cooperative relationships with families. They provide direction for the program and classroom and implement the program curriculum. Our programs and Youth Development staff provide quality experiences to children and families that focus on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Essential Functions

Manages, directs and coordinates the after-school childcare programs for assigned location(s); ensures high-quality programs; trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed
Reviews and evaluates staff performance; develops strategies to motivate staff and achieve goals
Manages and controls budgets related to the position; ensures the program operates within budget and that program fees are collected
Supports HEPA, healthy eating, and physical activity
Assures compliance with state and local regulations as they relate to program areas; ensures that YMCA program standards are met and safety procedures followed
Provides upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensures the physical environment supports healthy living
Maintains positive relationships with state childcare licensing agencies, facility staff, family groups, and other organizations and agencies related to assigned programs
Responds to all agency, family and community inquiries and complaints in a timely manner
Provides staff leadership at Youth Development events within the YMCA
Maintains proper records/department files
Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information
Conducts family conferences as needed, and maintains positive relationships and effective communication with families
Implements culturally relevant activity plans in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of the participants
Maintains program site and equipment, assists with setup and breakdown of activity centers and cleaning of program areas
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures
Supervises the children, staff, program areas and all activities in a safe and friendly manner
Makes ongoing, systematic observations and evaluations of each child
Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with coworkers
Acts as a role model to children and staff
Adheres to program cleanliness standards
Is up to date and follows guidelines put forth by the Office of Childcare
Checks and responds to emails and other communication regularly
Acquire 15 hours of formal training or education annually (1.25 hours per month) related to child care, of which at least 8 clock hours is in child development and 1 hour is in health, safety, and nutrition
Attend New Staff Orientation within 10 days of hire date
Complete all required trainings as assigned by supervisor, by scheduled due date
If required to drive while on duty (either your own vehicle or a Y-owned vehicle), must maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license, a DMV driving record that meets YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout entire term of employment
Other duties as assigned
As a Y staff, you are a representative of our Y's mission and values; as such it is asked that you:

approach conversations with respect
uphold the Y's character values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all interpersonal interactions
approach all people and situations with an open mind - we can never know all the many perspectives and experiences others bring with them just as they won't know yours
be accountable for the energy you bring into the conversation and into the workplace

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years or older
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 (oregonearlylearning.com) and proof of enrollment

Please complete the online application right away as it will take several weeks to process

Must meet the Office of Child Care requirements for the position:

At least 240 hours of qualifying experience working with school-age children in the last five years in a Certified Child Care Center or comparable group care program

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience with diverse populations
Bi-lingual; conversational fluency in Spanish, French, Mandarin or Mam

Professional Competencies

Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
The ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from all backgrounds

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities such as sports, games and curriculum activities and monitor behavior inside and outside
Must be able to walk, run, stand, sit, kneel and get back to a standing position
Ability to lift and carry the weight of 50lbs
General housekeeping: mop/sweep. take the trash out, wash dishes, clean tables and toys, stack and put baskets away, and the like
Following sanitation protocols

Hours/Days

Monday - Thursday, 2p-6p & Friday 1p-6p
Some programs have before school programs, Monday-Friday, 6:45a-8:30a
Position hours will vary slightly from site to site
Additional hours for planning, meetings and training

Employee Benefits & Discounts

Eugene Family YMCA (eugeneymca.org)

At the Eugene Family Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the well-being of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.

The Eugene Family YMCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The Eugene Family YMCA is committed to creating an environment of mutual recognition where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Y believes that diversity, inclusion, and a sense of purpose and belonging in the workplace are critical to the achievement of our mission. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may complete the ADA Accommodation Request Form; or contact us at [email protected] or 541-686-9622.

The Y: We're for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
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