Aftercare Program Site Supervisor

Pay Competitive

Location:

Livingston, New Jersey

Employment type:

Other

Req#: 984

West Essex YMCA, 321 S LIVINGSTON AVE, LIVINGSTON, New Jersey, United States of America. Saturday, April 29, 2023. We are an all-inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. As a growing, mission-focused, and future-oriented association of YMCAs, the Metro YMCA of the Oranges has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, mission-driven candidate to join our team.

The Site Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the School Age, Before and Aftercare program site. The Site Supervisor will coach and work with the Program Group Leaders/Group Assistants to create a safe, caring, and enriching environment for all children at all times. The Site Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that YMCA policies and Licensing standards are met in regards to day-to-day operations including maintaining up-to-date records, ensuring supervision policies are implemented, guiding the behavior of children, planning and delivering the weekly curriculum, and managing staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain complete and thorough attendance of all students and staff each day. Check the school absentee list, site voicemail, and call parents if child(ren) are absent but scheduled. Submit attendance rosters, schedule changes, licensing paperwork, payroll, and other reports as requested.
• Ensure the safety of all children enrolled in the program by following the supervision standards in the Code of Conduct and Licensing requirements. Maintain constant head counts when transitioning between different areas and activities.
• Ensure that only the authorized parent/guardian or emergency contact signs a child in/out of the program and include recording time. Return rosters to office administration weekly, signed and dated.
• Follow YMCA protocols for dealing with First Aid and emergency situations. Complete necessary paperwork such as incident reports, medical log, etc.
• Use positive group management techniques. Anticipate and deal with behavior problems in accordance with YMCA’s Discipline and Expulsion Policy.
• Coach, guide, and manage the day-to-day duties of group leaders/assistants.
• Oversee and assign responsibilities each day including leading activities, helping with snack, homework support, restroom supervision, and clean-up as required.
• Ensure all staff function as positive role models and set a positive example through their behavior.
• Address any staff performance issues that affect the program with guidance from the Senior Program Director. Provide specific input/feedback for group leaders/assistants for Mid-Year and Year-End performance reviews.
• Plan and implement weekly curriculum incorporating the values of the YMCA. Implement Healthy U program by including 30 minutes of CATCH activities each day. Submit plans monthly.
• Promote Y programs and camps to families. Assist with planning and implementation of special events, including Annual Campaign.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary program environment by ensuring supplies, equipment, and tables are cleaned before and after snack and/or activities. Ensure children wash their hands before snack. Report any maintenance issues to the school custodians and the Senior Program Director.
• Lead Monthly Fire Safety drill and log results to meet Licensing requirements.
• Complete 20 hours of professional development annually. Attend all YMCA training and meetings as required.
• Assist with planning and implementation of special events.
• Maintain certifications as required. Must complete CARI Background Check, CHRI/Fingerprinting and provide proof of a Mantoux test within two weeks of hire.
• Perform such other job-related duties as may be periodically assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a…