Job Description

Position Summary:

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. Under the direction of the SACC Director, the SACC Site Coordinator will plan, organize, and lead a comprehensive thematic-based enrichment program for children who attend licensed before and after school programs. The SACC Site Coordinator assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

Salary and Benefits:

• $17.50/hour, Full -Time, Non-exempt
• YMCA Family Membership
• New York State Paid Sick Leave
• YMCA Retirement Fund Contribution after 2 years of 1,000+ hours: 12% (Employer Match-10%; Employee-2%).
• Option to enroll and contribute to a 403(b) Retirement Savings Account.
• Health Insurance (2 plans with significant employer contribution for employee’s premium)
• Personal Time, Vacation, New York State Paid Sick Leave, and 12 Paid Holidays

Essential Functions:

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Plans, coordinates, organizes and leads all daily program activities.
• Provides leadership to staff, ensures adequate coverage for all activities.
• Observes and follows the School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.

• Maintains records related to the program.
• Works additional on-site hours when there is a scheduled ½ day of school.
• Works a ½-day or full day shift when school is closed due to inclement weather or other unexpected reasons.
• Works during vacation camp on a part-time or full-time basis, depending on the need.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse.
• Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department offerings and member engagement.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. Clean and store equipment per branch procedures.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to contribute to the overall success of the YMCA.

YMCA Leadership Competencies:

• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations

Experience, Education, and Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in child development, elementary education, PE, or related field
• Two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity

Qualifications:

• Excellent organizational and communications skills both verbal and written are essential to the success of this position.
• Possess leadership qualities that enable the candidate to successfully lead as well as work as a member of a team.

NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:

• Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are physically fit to provide child day care.

• Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.

Trainings & Certifications:

• Must complete annual safety, combating sexual-harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources prior to direct service.
• Must have current CPR and First Aid
• Must hold Medication Administration Certification (MAT) or successfully complete within the first 60-days of employment.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a recreational and/or educational environment. This role routinely uses standard recreation and/or office equipment. At times, employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others.

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