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YMCA of Greater Houston · 1 hour ago

Youth Development Site Lead/Davidson

Katy, TX

Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

The YMCA of Greater Houston is dedicated to youth development and is seeking a Youth Development Site Lead to oversee school-age enrichment programs. The role involves managing staff, ensuring safety, and implementing age-appropriate activities while fostering a positive environment for children.

ChildrenEducationHealth CareSocialTrainingYoung Adults

Responsibilities

Serve as the designated Texas Childcare Licensing Site Director, ensuring compliance with all YMCA Houston and state regulations and standards

Oversee the daily operations of the afterschool program, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for all children

Maintains the program site and equipment, assists with the set-up and breakdown of activity centers and cleaning of the program area

Ensure the safety and security of all children and staff at the site

Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, and compliance documentation

Monitor the children’s activities to ensure they engage in safe and age-appropriate behaviors

Monitor site staff adherence to policies and redirect as needed

Conduct regular headcounts and maintain accurate attendance records

Respond appropriately and promptly to emergencies and incidents, following established YMCA policies

Implement positive behavior management techniques to promote a respectful and inclusive environment

Address behavioral issues in a calm and constructive manner, following established guidelines

Conduct regular safety drills and inspections to ensure compliance with licensing requirements and organizational policies

Ensure required postings are on display

Follow all organizational policies and procedures, including those related to health and safety, child protection, and confidentiality

Maintain a clean and organized environment, adhering to sanitation and safety standards

Report any concerns or issues to Program Director in a timely manner

Oversee the implementation of age-appropriate activities, including structured and unstructured activities as outlined in YMCA approved curriculum

Encourage and facilitate positive social interactions among children

Adapt activities to meet the diverse needs and interests of all children

Evaluate program effectiveness and make adjustments as necessary

Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child’s progress, behavior, and any concerns

Address parent inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally

Maintain accurate enrollment and attendance records, including sign-in sheets and daily rosters

Develop and implement strategies to promote program growth and increase enrollment

Create and execute retention plans to ensure high levels of participant satisfaction and continuity

Monitor and analyze enrollment trends and feedback to identify areas for improvement and opportunities for expansion

Plan and implements lesson/activity plans curriculum that includes both formal and informal play within the center and outdoors in adherence to Y program model, curriculum and quality standards

Lead Youth Program Quality (YPQ) intervention process

Use continuous program monitors to evaluate youth participation and the effectiveness of program and makes adjustments to program as needed

Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations

Follows mandated abuse and incident reporting requirements

Ensures youth are properly signed in and signed out, ensures only authorized adults are allowed in the facility, etc

Adheres to policies related to boundaries with each child

Ensures unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitors high-risk locations (bathrooms), etc

Qualification

Childcare Licensing ComplianceCPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationYouth Development ExperienceProgram PlanningBehavior ManagementSupervisory ExperienceDiversity AwarenessCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

At least 21 years of age

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Minimum of 70 clock hours of training in child or youth development, recreational leadership or management. Two (2) college courses are equivalent to 100 clock hours. Minimum Standard #744.1017

At least 1 year experience working with youth at a licensed facility, church, school or equivalent

CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention trainings

Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities

Previous experience with diverse populations

Current record of tuberculosis examination and/or current local health department regulations, examinations, and/or immunization as required by the local or State Department of Health

Pass a local/state background and FBI fingerprinting check