Eugene Family YMCA · 15 hours ago
Youth Development Program Coordinator
Eugene Family YMCA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$42K/yr - $42K/yr
1+ years expEugene Family YMCA is dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development programs. The Youth Development Program Coordinator provides direct supervision to afterschool programs and fosters positive relationships with staff, families, and the community, ensuring quality programming and support for youth.
Recreational Facilities & Services
Responsibilities
Ensuring childcare programs operate properly on a daily basis; program support is the primary focus of this position and should always take priority
Conduct at least two on-site observations per month for assigned before and after school and preschool programs
Conduct monthly 1:1 check-ins with Program Leader II/Early Learning Site Director for assigned programs
Immediately address program/youth/family concerns following the youth development policy and procedures
Must be available by phone at all times during childcare hours
Oversee family communications and share community resources with families including resources for children with special needs
Manage administrative functions, including but not limited to, maintaining records; financial management; budgeting; maintenance of buildings and grounds; meal planning and preparation; and transportation, if provided
Oversee the incident and accident reports for assigned programs
Oversee program enrichment calendars and family boards
Seasonal program set up
Fill in as front-line childcare staff as needed in order to keep programs running
Fulfill licensing requirements for assigned programs
Participate in visits with licensing specialists as needed
Hold program(s) accountable to all licensing requirements
Is up to date with guidance put forth by the Office of Childcare
Develop and implement the Y’s operational and personnel policies
Supervise the personnel, volunteers, field study students and other individuals providing services in the program
Oversee the training and professional development of staff including setting educational goals, observation and mentoring
Implement program development
New Staff Orientation
Director Orientations
Program Procedures
Other training as needed
Continue personal training of 18 hours per certification year (1.25 hours per month)
8 hours in child development
10 hours in the core knowledge category of Program Management
Attend New Staff Orientation within 10 day of hire date
Complete all required trainings as assigned by supervisor, by scheduled due date
Communication with site/facility contacts
Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with coworkers
Conducts family conferences as needed, and maintains positive relationships and effective communication
Takes note in staff and family conversations to add to a shared drive
Assists in the marketing and distribution of program information
Support the need and scheduling of substitutes
Coordinate staff appreciation and celebrations
Conduct intentional development and performance conversations with staff and record them for personnel files, corrective actions, and staff recognition
Assist in the day-to-day items that come up at the Y
Assisting in the daily needs/requests of the programs that the coordinator oversees (can often require immediate attention)
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, and reliable transportation
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be 21 years or older
Enrolled in the Child Care Division Central Background Registry (oregonearlylearning.com) and proof of enrollment
At least 1 year of experience supervising adults
At least 18 months of experience serving or working with youth 3-12 years old
Must meet the Office of Childcare requirements for the Program Leader position: 60 hours of experience working in the program AND Completion of 20 clock hours of training, completed within the last five years, focused on school-age child care that meets the following core knowledge criteria: Five clock hours in understanding and guiding behavior (UGB), Five clock hours in learning environments and curriculum (LEC), Five clock hours in human growth and development (HGD), Five clock hours in program management (PM)
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
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
At least a Step 8 in the Oregon Registry
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, and reliable transportation
Preferred
Meets Office of Childcare's Preschool Teacher requirements: 20 semester (30 quarter credits) in Child Development, Early Education, Elementary Education, Special Education OR a minimum of two years (or 1500 hours) of experience working in a licensed preschool
Previous experience with diverse populations
Bi-lingual; conversational fluency in Spanish, French, Mandarin or Mam
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick time (for eligible employees)
Employer retirement contribution of 12% of earnings for employees with 2-year tenure
Voluntary 403b retirement savings account
Free Facility and Nationwide Membership for employee, significant other and dependents under the age of 24, living at same address
Generous discounts on various Y programming, including Health & Wellness, Swim, Tennis, Early Learning & After School programs and Summer Camp
Professional development resources, including free and/or discounted trainings and certifications (such as CPR/First Aid certification)
Company
Eugene Family YMCA
The Eugene Family YMCA strengthens our diverse community by offering programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brian Steffen
CEO
Danielle Uhlhorn
Chief Development Officer
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