YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South
School Age Services - Group Leader (Part-Time) - Bartlett, TN
YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, Bartlett, Tennessee, United States,
SCHOOL AGE SERVICES - GROUP LEADER
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the School Age Site Director, the part-time School Age Group Leader is responsible for implementing activities and executing daily lesson plans for the School Age Before and After School sites and Summer Programs. The School Age Group Leader will work with other site staff to foster children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
Set up and take down program space so that area is transformed into child-friendly environment; this includes moving, cleaning, picking up and putting back furniture and equipment ensuring program space is left in organized fashion
Actively lead and engage a group of 15 to 20 (DHS maximum is 20) children in activities outlined by the Site Director either inside or outside program areas and during transition times
Follow all safety standards and risk management policies, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants and fellow YMCA staff
Assist in planning and implementing a quality curriculum that meets YMCA guidelines
Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required by the program staff
Assist in controlling and maintaining supplies and inventory on site
Assist in monitoring licensing standards at the School Age site to ensure the maintenance of all quality standards
Maintain positive relationships with YMCA personnel and administration and school staff
Assist in maintaining citywide policies and procedures
Assume duties as directed by the Site Director
YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement:
Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the Y’s efforts for all stakeholders.
Collaboration:
Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the Y. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance the Y’s mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.
Operational Effectiveness:
Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves staff at all levels in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.
Personal Growth:
Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Behavioral Characteristics:
Welcoming, Nurturing, Determined, Hopeful, and Genuine.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA
An enthusiastic personality with the desire to serve members, volunteers, guests, participants and staff to create a culture of service within our programs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative
Must be highly organized with the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information
Must complete all state and school district mandated background checks and fingerprint clearances
Minimum 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent required
Certifications Required:
Before
a new hire is scheduled to work, they
must complete 11 hours of training . Those trainings include but are not limited to items listed below:
New Hire Orientation training
DHS Background Disclosure Form & Fingerprint appointment
Abuse Registry Check
DHS Physical health form
Proof of education
Past Employment reference
DHS TCCOTS “Before you Begin” and “Shaken Baby” training (TN program sites)
Pre-service training
Within 30 days of hire:
CPR/First Aid/AED (Infant/Pediatric)
Must maintain annual training requirements
WORK SCHEDULE:
Flexible work schedule required. Work schedules may vary per the needs of specific before and after sites.
Before care is from 6:30 am until the start of school.
After care is from the end of school until 6:30 pm.
This part-time position is a split shift position that takes place Monday - Friday during before school and/or after school hours. Available work schedules...
before school (only)
after school (only)
before and after school
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to
Climbing, sitting, reaching, crouching or crawling, standing, pushing, walking, kneeling, and stooping
Exposure to electrical/mechanical mechanisms
Exposure to some chemical elements
Exposure to extreme weather conditions
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Noise level usually minimal to moderate
INFORMATION SECURITY & SENSITIVITY CONDITIONS:
This position requires elevated security permissions (administrative) to one or more systems which store or maintain sensitive and/or confidential information
This position requires access to sensitive and confidential information
All system activity performed by individuals working in this position is subject to periodic system audits
This position may be subject to privileged information such as organization changes, staffing changes, security events or other sensitive communications and is expected to protect and keep sensitive or confidential communications and/or information private
Failure to comply with any security and/or sensitivity related duties as defined in this section will result in disciplinary action which may includetermination
The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South aims to provide quality and safe youth programs for all. We are committed to making a continuous effort to prevent the abuse of children: verbally, physically, emotionally and sexually. All allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken seriously and will be reported to the State for investigation with full cooperation from the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South.
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PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Consistent with the Christian mission and vision of the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, and in cooperation with other YMCA staff, under the direction of the School Age Site Director, the part-time School Age Group Leader is responsible for implementing activities and executing daily lesson plans for the School Age Before and After School sites and Summer Programs. The School Age Group Leader will work with other site staff to foster children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Model the YMCA core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
Set up and take down program space so that area is transformed into child-friendly environment; this includes moving, cleaning, picking up and putting back furniture and equipment ensuring program space is left in organized fashion
Actively lead and engage a group of 15 to 20 (DHS maximum is 20) children in activities outlined by the Site Director either inside or outside program areas and during transition times
Follow all safety standards and risk management policies, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants and fellow YMCA staff
Assist in planning and implementing a quality curriculum that meets YMCA guidelines
Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as required by the program staff
Assist in controlling and maintaining supplies and inventory on site
Assist in monitoring licensing standards at the School Age site to ensure the maintenance of all quality standards
Maintain positive relationships with YMCA personnel and administration and school staff
Assist in maintaining citywide policies and procedures
Assume duties as directed by the Site Director
YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement:
Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the Y’s efforts for all stakeholders.
Collaboration:
Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the Y. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance the Y’s mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.
Operational Effectiveness:
Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves staff at all levels in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.
Personal Growth:
Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Behavioral Characteristics:
Welcoming, Nurturing, Determined, Hopeful, and Genuine.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Passion, enthusiasm, and commitment to the mission and cause of the YMCA
An enthusiastic personality with the desire to serve members, volunteers, guests, participants and staff to create a culture of service within our programs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative
Must be highly organized with the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks
Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information
Must complete all state and school district mandated background checks and fingerprint clearances
Minimum 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent required
Certifications Required:
Before
a new hire is scheduled to work, they
must complete 11 hours of training . Those trainings include but are not limited to items listed below:
New Hire Orientation training
DHS Background Disclosure Form & Fingerprint appointment
Abuse Registry Check
DHS Physical health form
Proof of education
Past Employment reference
DHS TCCOTS “Before you Begin” and “Shaken Baby” training (TN program sites)
Pre-service training
Within 30 days of hire:
CPR/First Aid/AED (Infant/Pediatric)
Must maintain annual training requirements
WORK SCHEDULE:
Flexible work schedule required. Work schedules may vary per the needs of specific before and after sites.
Before care is from 6:30 am until the start of school.
After care is from the end of school until 6:30 pm.
This part-time position is a split shift position that takes place Monday - Friday during before school and/or after school hours. Available work schedules...
before school (only)
after school (only)
before and after school
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to
Climbing, sitting, reaching, crouching or crawling, standing, pushing, walking, kneeling, and stooping
Exposure to electrical/mechanical mechanisms
Exposure to some chemical elements
Exposure to extreme weather conditions
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Noise level usually minimal to moderate
INFORMATION SECURITY & SENSITIVITY CONDITIONS:
This position requires elevated security permissions (administrative) to one or more systems which store or maintain sensitive and/or confidential information
This position requires access to sensitive and confidential information
All system activity performed by individuals working in this position is subject to periodic system audits
This position may be subject to privileged information such as organization changes, staffing changes, security events or other sensitive communications and is expected to protect and keep sensitive or confidential communications and/or information private
Failure to comply with any security and/or sensitivity related duties as defined in this section will result in disciplinary action which may includetermination
The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South aims to provide quality and safe youth programs for all. We are committed to making a continuous effort to prevent the abuse of children: verbally, physically, emotionally and sexually. All allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken seriously and will be reported to the State for investigation with full cooperation from the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South.
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