Youth Development Program Leader 1

Job Title: Youth Development Program Leader 1 Department: Youth Development Classification: Non-exempt, part time Job Grade: 4 Reports to: Youth Teen and Family Director 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 1, you will be part of an amazing team supporting our youth development programs. You will provide childcare, homework support, enrichment & physical activities, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn. Program Leaders create positive, nurturing relationships with children while building cooperative relationships with families. Our programs and youth development staff provide quality experiences to children and parents that focus on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Essential Functions • Acquire 15 hours of formal training or education annually (1.25 hours per month) related to childcare, 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 • Follows program lesson plans and implements culturally relevant activities in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of the participants • Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior and understands positive youth development approaches to the academic and social development of youth • Facilitates a programming environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play and welcomes children • Promotes a positive approach to supervision, communication and interactions with others; maintains ongoing communication with supervisor • Demonstrates a working knowledge of the YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence • Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures • Is up to date and follows guidelines put forth by the Office of Childcare • Checks and responds to email and other communication regularly • Actively engaged with youth and activities during the program day • Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with families, facility/school personnel, members, and coworkers • Maintains program site and equipment, assi