Job Description
Job Title: UPK Site Coordinator
Reports To: Assistant School Age Child Care Director
Location: KC Heffernan Elementary, Marcellus, NY
Salary Range: $17.50/hour
FLSA: Part-time/Hourly
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7 am - 9 am, 2 pm - 6 pm
A Career with a Cause:
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. 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.
Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
We are for ALL.
Position Summary:
This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization. Under the direction of the Assistant School Age Child Care Director, the Site Coordinator will plan, organize, and lead a comprehensive thematic- based enrichment program for children who attend before and after school programs. The Site Coordinator provides leadership and assures the well-being for all, in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies.
Salary and Benefits:
- $17.50/hour, Part -Time Non-exempt
- YMCA Membership
YMCA Leadership Competencies:
- Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause
- 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
- Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs
Experience, Education, and Qualifications:
Education
Experience
Associate’s degree in child development,
elementary education, PE, or related field
AND
Two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity
OR
New York State Children’s Program Administrator
Credential Or
School Age Child Care Credential
AND
Two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity
OR
Two years of college with 18 credits in the above listed areas of concentration
AND
Two years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years including at least one year in a supervisory capacity
In addition to the above, preferred knowledge of and experience working with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical abilities).
- 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.
- Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will:
- Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are physically fit to provide child day care.
- Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:
- Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.
- Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL).
- Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment to position.
- Must hold CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications or successfully complete no later than 30-days after employment begins.
- Must hold Medication Certification (MAT) or successfully complete within the first 60-days of employment.
- Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.
- Must attend and complete Listen First Training within the first 90-days of employment.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.50 per hour