Job Description
Overview Our Commitment to Equity The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner. Job Summary Provides day-to-day supervision of youth development and family programs, which includes, but is not limited to youth sports and wellness, recreation and enrichment, Kids Club/Kids Zone, family activities, and teen programs. This position will serve on an engaging and dynamic team, playing a key role in ensuring planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate activities and lessons plans are provided to participants. You will oversee a safe, high-quality program providing day-to-day support of the programs. You will supervise and evaluate the staff and volunteers, including hiring and training, maintaining required staff/child ratios, and conducting regular staff meetings. This role plays an important part of helping maintain professional relationships with families, facility/school personnel, and the community. What You'll Get From Working At The Y Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Retirement with generous employer contributions Free access to mental health resources Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs 25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff Some benefits only available to full-time staff Hiring Range: $24.00 - $26.40/hour DOE Responsibilities Supervises the delivery of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities for assigned program areas. Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff and volunteers. Assists in conducting staff meetings and trainings. Professionally engages with parents/guardians to provide pertinent information about their child’s experience and to promote upcoming programs. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures. Provides direct supervision to a group of children as needed. Maintains required records according to YMCA standards, including attendance records, registration information, accident reports and discipline records. Recruits new enrollments. Ensures that site supplies are maintained and purchased as necessary. May assist with developing and monitoring department budgets. Encourages member involvement, identifies potential volunteers, and assists with the Annual Campaign. Attends staff meetings and trainings as required. Other duties as assigned. Code of Conduct for Applicants All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements. Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards. Qualifications 21 years of age or older. High school graduate or equivalent. Demonstrated experience in delivering programming in one or more of the following areas; child care, youth sports, wellness, recreation, or camp. Three or more years of experience working with children. One year or more of supervisory experience. Strong customer service skills, responding to multiple questions via phone, email and in person. Ability to problem solve and resolve conflict. Strong computer skills and experience working with word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. Knowledge of standard office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems. Current state approved first-aid certification.* Current state approved infant/child (or community if school aged) CPR certification.* At hire, or earliest possible training (but no later than 90 days after employment). Preferred Position Attributes And Skills College degree. Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered. Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience wi