As the nation's leading nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y offers more than just a job. We offer you a chance to make a lasting difference in your community.
As a key member of our child care team, the Group Leader is responsible for creating a safe, fun and positive atmosphere that promotes member engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Uphold the mission of the YMCA, and demonstrate behaviors that reflect a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature.
- Stands and greets parents and children by name.
- Leads group songs, games and crafts, and engages children in learning activities.
- Maintains positive relationships with the participants and other staff.
- Able to maintain group attendance/transition sheets and schedule for the day.
- Knows, understands, and consistently applies all safety rules.
- Communicates with parents and caregivers about their child’s activities/day.
- Possess a willingness to work with youth and have FUN.
- Able to be a role model for children in our programs.
- A leader that has initiative, enthusiasm, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Attends all staff meetings and training as assigned.
- Hours: Monday – Friday (AM shift - 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM) (PM Shift - 2:00/3:00 PM – 6:00 PM) Times are flexible based site needs
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Passion for working with school-age children (K-8th grade).
- Minimum age – 17 years old.
- Times are flexible based on-site needs.
- Able to work/travel to sites located at various school locations.
- Team player with personal commitment to YCMA Mission, Philosophy & Character Development Values.
- People centered, service oriented.
- Ability to demonstrate and implement the YMCA’s voice: determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful and welcoming.
- Ability to plan, implement and lead group activities for school age children Kindergarten through 8th grade.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Previous child care or group work experience preferred.
- Must be enrolled in High School or possess a High School Diploma or an equivalent.
- Negative TB Test (every two years)
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Lifting up to 50lbs
- Climbing, sitting, standing, pushing, walking, kneeling, and stooping.
- Exposure to outdoor elements for certain portions of the day.
- Noise level- High
- Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting your voice across a distance in normal & loud situations.
CHILD SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
- Attend required abuse risk management trainings.
- Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
- Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Skills Required
- Passion for working with school-age children (K-8th grade)
- Minimum age 17 years old
- Must be enrolled in High School or possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to plan, implement and lead group activities for Kindergarten through 8th grade
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Able to work/travel to sites located at various school locations
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks (climbing, standing, walking, kneeling)
- Negative TB test (every two years)
- Attend required abuse risk management trainings and follow mandated reporting requirements
- Previous child care or group work experience
What We Do
The YMCA of Greater Louisville is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit social services organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Its mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, striving to strengthen communities by ensuring everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive regardless of age, income, or background.
