Minooka Lead Site Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for the safety and security of all children under your supervision. Responsible for providing leadership for before and after school youth programs for children 5-12 years of age. Position includes, developing daily enrichment group activities and ensuring that drop off and pick up procedures are followed. Collect and/or distribute any YMCA materials to program participants and parents. Ensure that assigned site location(s) maintain adequate program supplies including cleaning, first aid materials and snacks. Provide strong supervision and leadership to staff counselors at sites. Verify all cleaning and disinfecting procedures are being followed by staff. Responsible for following all YMCA policies and procedures. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

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 make our community stronger beginning with you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists and directs staff through program participant disciplinary issues.

• Provides role modeling opportunities for current before and after school staff.

• Communicates regularly with director regarding any staff/child issues that should be addressed and resolved.

• Works with site supervisors to ensure before and after school sites maintain an adequate amount of program supplies, including cleaning, first aid materials and snacks.

• Works with site supervisors to ensure all sites are in compliance with community partner audits and requirements such as DCFS and NIFB.

• Guides and provides support to child care staff during parent conversations.

• Maintain a structured learning environment for all students during scheduled remote learning times and enrichment activities. Ensure crafts, activities, and curriculum is executed.

• When applicable, ensure all incident reports, reportable condition, and parent communication forms are filled out accurately and submitted to Before and After Care Director in a timely manner.

•  Provide a high level of customer service while interacting with school personnel, YMCA members, guests, and staff.

• Know and adhere to all school policies and guidelines, and be respectful of shared space between the school and program.

• Ensure that all staff and students are practicing social distancing and wearing a mask or face covering while indoors.

• Responsible for cleaning/disinfecting all high touch areas on regular basis or as needed.

• Attend all staff meetings and trainings.

• Accepts other duties as deemed appropriate within scope of position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred.

•  At least 18 years of age.

• Previous experience, 1-3 years, working with children preferably in a before/after care setting.

• CPR, First Aid, AED and epi-pen certifications and Child Abuse Prevention training required within 30 days of hire.

• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred.

• Willing to obtain licensing requirements as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings.