YMCA·Hoover, Alabama
Supervise children in an afterschool setting to ensure their safety and encourage participation in daily activities. Act as a positive role model while implementing YMCA standards for youth development and healthy living.
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Essential
Functions: Supervise the children at all times, with first priority in their safety, following risk management policies. Participate and encourage the participation of all students in daily activities and events. Attend staff meetings, mandatory training, and other YMCA events such as in-service, parent nights, and special events as required by the program. Responsible for the care of all facilities, equipment, and supplies. Provide opportunities for youth development as defined by the YMCA of Greater Birmingham and in areas of leadership and core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility. Communicate with co-workers and supervisors about incidents involving children’s behavior, actions, or other concerns. Follow YMCA policies and procedures. Prepare and maintain necessary supplies. Arrive to work on time, as scheduled, dressed appropriately & ready to work. Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
Employees and volunteers who directly supervise children and teens will:
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children and teens
Attend required abuse risk management training annually
Adhere to procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising children and teens.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
QualificationsMinimum
Requirements: Must be at least 16 years old Successful completion of background and Child Abuse & Neglect screening CPR/First Aid Certification (training provided if needed)
Must be available
Monday-Friday from school dismissal to 6:00 p.m. on school days. Willing to have FUN and PLAY at work Attend regular in-service training Adhere to YMCA standards of service
Complete all required online training
OUR
CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
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 strengthen our community, beginning with you.
Candidates must be at least 16 years old and available Monday through Friday from school dismissal until 6:00 p.m. Successful completion of a background check and child abuse screening is required.
Market context
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