Y Club Youth Leader

Overview

Join the Y Club Youth Leader role at YMCA of Greater Kansas City. This position is part of the before and after school program and involves creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment for elementary-aged children. You will lead activities including crafts, sports, snack time, and more. Schedules are flexible and include weekday morning before school and/or afternoons after school until 6:00 p.m.

• Ensure the safety and well-being of youth in our program.
• Lead age-appropriate enrichment opportunities including games, arts and crafts, STEM projects, and physical activity.
• Model positive interactions and discipline; teach and redirect rather than scolding; enforce rules with dignity and respect to support self-esteem.
• Follow all policies and procedures to meet or exceed YMCA, school district and state guidelines.
• Positively identify individuals picking up children before releasing them.
• Identify emergency situations and respond quickly and appropriately.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, school staff, and YMCA team members.
• Be prompt and dependable to work scheduled hours; provide proper notice for time off and coordinate with supervisor for coverage when needed.
• Clean and maintain areas used by the program as needed.
• All youth development staff are mandated reporters for suspected child abuse and must notify appropriate personnel of any concerns immediately.
• Youth Development Leaders provide direct supervision in leading groups of children.

• Youth Assistant Job Qualifications
• Minimum age of 16.
• Understanding of and ability to apply principles of quality youth development and programming.
• Sensitivity to clientele and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Active engagement with and supervision of children requiring physical stamina, alertness and emotional stability.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.

• Youth Leader Job Qualifications
• Minimum age of 18.
• High school diploma or equivalent required at Kansas sites.
• One year or more of college preferred.
• Previous experience working with school-aged children (e.g., babysitting, nanny, or other childcare program).
• Commitment to provide quality youth development services at all levels.
• Demonstrated public relations and leadership skills with parents, school personnel, children, and coworkers.
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• General understanding of computer technology.

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in various settings requiring physical stamina, alertness and emotional stability.
• Tuberculosis Test Risk Assessment and State Health Assessment form within 30 days (in MO).

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