Before and After School Program , Bethany YMCA

Job Description

The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City is seeking a Before and After School Program Staff member to assist with supervising a safe and well-organized childcare program by planning and participating in-group activities with children at a designated childcare site.

Reports to: Program Director and/or Site Coordinator
FLSA Type: Non-Exempt

Position

Description:

Assist with supervising a safe and well-organized childcare program by planning and participating in-group activities with children at a designated childcare site.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must stay current in CPR/PR/AED/O2 and First Aid, renewed annually.
• Must complete Redwoods Trainings within 30 days of hire and renewed annually.
• Establish a positive relationship with the program participants.
• Plan weekly activities for a group of 10-15 children.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children.
• Know where all group members are at all times.
• Lead games and activities.
• Take daily attendance and see that each child is signed in and out by a responsible party each day.
• Actively engage children and participants in activities.
• Prepare and distribute USDA and HEPA approved snacks and/or meals to participants.
• Perform daily count of meals and snacks served.
• Report all injuries and incidences to the site coordinator.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings to help plan activities, and attend CATCH trainings.
• Develop positive relationships with school principal and staff.
• Display YMCA character values (Honesty, caring, respect, and responsibilities at all times.)
• Develop meaningful and sustainable relationships with members, donors, and volunteers.

Requirements:

• Must have an interest in and like children and exemplify and support the YMCA philosophy.
• Must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED.
• Job consists of working with school-age children and requires participation in activities with children.
• Will be responsible for assisting the site coordinator in planning activities on a weekly basis.
• Position may require work outside the regularly scheduled program hours.
• Must attend all scheduled YMCA trainings, have current CPR certification, and uphold the YMCA employee appearance guidelines.

The YMCA is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to the inclusion of all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.