Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Don Stathos Campus - Eugene, OR 97405Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $16.30 - $24.45 HourlyJob Shift: AnyJob Category: EducationJob Title: Youth Development Program Leader 1
Department: Youth Development
Classification: Non-exempt, part time
Job Grade:  4
Reports to: Youth Teen and Family Director
This position runs for the entirety of the 26/27 academic school year, beginning September 2nd for all staff 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 make our community stronger, beginning with you.
Position Summary
As a Program Leader 1, you will be part of an amazing team supporting our youth development programs. You will provide childcare, homework support, enrichment & physical activities, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn. Program Leaders create positive, nurturing relationships with children while building cooperative relationships with families. Our programs and youth development staff provide quality experiences to children and parents that focus on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.
Essential Functions
Acquire 15 hours of formal training or education annually (1.25 hours per month) related to childcare, of which at least 8 clock hours is in child development and 1 hour is in health, safety, and nutrition
Attend New Staff Orientation within 10 days of hire date
Follows program lesson plans and implements culturally relevant activities in a developmentally appropriate manner, meeting the individual physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of the participants
Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior and understands positive youth development approaches to the academic and social development of youth
Facilitates a programming environment that invites exploration, promotes positive play and welcomes children
Promotes a positive approach to supervision, communication and interactions with others; maintains ongoing communication with supervisor
Demonstrates a working knowledge of the YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures
Is up to date and follows guidelines put forth by the Office of Childcare
Checks and responds to email and other communication regularly
Actively engaged with youth and activities during the program day
Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with families, facility/school personnel, members, and coworkers
Maintains program site and equipment, assists with setup and breakdown of activity centers, and cleans program areas
Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training
Respectfully relays information to families about a child's day
May guide staff/volunteers overseeing the activities of groups of children
Continue training in child development for a minimum of 1.25 hours per month
If required to drive while on duty (either your own vehicle or a Y-owned vehicle), you must maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license, a DMV driving record that meets YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout entire term of employment
Complete all required trainings as assigned by supervisor, by scheduled due date
If required to drive while on duty (either your own vehicle or a Y-owned vehicle), must maintain a current, valid Oregon driver’s license, a DMV driving record that meets YMCA standards, and evidence of insurability throughout entire term of employment
Other duties as assigned
As a Y employee, you are a representative of our Y's mission and values; as such it is asked that you:
approach conversations with respect
uphold the Y's character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all interpersonal interactions
approach all people and situations with an open mind - we can never know all the many perspectives and experiences others bring with them just as they won't know yours
be accountable for the energy you bring into the conversation and into the workplace
Minimum Qualifications
At least 18 years of age
Enrolled in the Child Care Division Central Background Registry (oregonearlylearning.com) and proof of enrollment
Please complete the online application right away as it will take several weeks to process
Must meet the Office of Child Care requirements for the position:
At least 240 hours of qualifying experience working with school-age children in the last five years in a Certified Child Care Center or comparable group care program, or
At least an AA Degree in:
Early childhood education
Child development
Elementary education
Special education
Physical education
Recreation
Human development
Child and family studies
Home economics, or
At least a Step 8 in the Oregon Registry
Professional Competencies
Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities
The ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from all backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience with diverse populations
Bi-lingual; conversational in Spanish, French, Mandarin or Mam
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities such as sports, games and curriculum activities and monitor behavior inside and outside
Must be able to walk, run, stand, sit, kneel and get back to a standing position
Ability to lift and carry the weight of 50lbs
General housekeeping: mop/sweep, take the trash out, wash dishes, clean tables, toys, stack and put baskets away, and the like
Follow all sanitation protocols
Hours/Days
Afterschool Hours, Monday - Thursday, 2p-6p & Friday 12:30p-6p
Before School Hours, Monday - Friday 6:45a-8:30a
Position hours will vary from site to site
Additional hours for meetings and training
Employee Benefits & Discounts
Jobs | Eugene Family YMCA (eugeneymca.org)
At the Eugene Family Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the well-being of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.
The Eugene Family YMCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
The Eugene Family YMCA is committed to creating an environment of mutual recognition where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Y believes that diversity, inclusion, and a sense of purpose and belonging in the workplace are critical to the achievement of our mission. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may complete the ADA Accommodation Request Form; or contact us at hr@eugeneymca.org or 541-686-9622.
The Y: We're for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
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