Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties · 6 days ago
SA Assistant Program Lead - North Santiam
Salem, OR
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$15.25/hr - $15.25/hrFamily YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties is seeking an Assistant Program Lead to assist in the planned curriculum and activities for school-age children. The role involves supervising children, ensuring their safety, and modeling the Y core values while providing opportunities for independence and self-help skills.
Health Wellness & Fitness
Responsibilities
Assist in the planned curriculum and activities under the direction of the Site Supervisor and Program Lead
Supervise groups of school age children and ensure all children’s individual needs are met with dignity and respect as well as their safety by following YMCA policies and procedures
Model, practice and carry out the Y core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility
Remain within sight and sound of the Site Supervisor and/or Program Lead unless 18+, for brief necessary events, such as taking a child to the bathroom or bringing a child in for minor medical attention
Ensure all participants are within sight and sound of YMCA leaders
Must have a basic understanding of child development
Teach children self-help skills and provide opportunities for independence
Know where all children enrolled in the program are at all times
Follow snack protocol
Care properly for program equipment and check daily for safety
Organize, store safely and keep equipment easily accessible to children and staff
Monitor indoor and outdoor space daily for health and safety concerns
Report any health and safety concerns to the Site Supervisor immediately
Maintain line of sight and positioning to ensure situational awareness
Follow all YMCA Safety and licensing protocols
Understand the difference between discipline and punishment
Establish supportive relationships with children and implement developmentally appropriate techniques of behavior and group management
Use positive verbal and non-verbal communication with children to build trusting and stable relationships
Set and consistently communicate limits for acceptable behavior with logical, relevant, and immediate consequences that follow established processes and procedures
Qualification
Required
At least 15 years of age
Ability to Obtain hands-on Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certification
Ability to Obtain Food Handler's Card
Must be physically capable of observing and listening for stressful situations at all times
Must be physically capable of lifting 40 pounds
Must be able to quickly reach a person and/or situation to prevent harm
Must have a basic understanding of child development
Must know where all children enrolled in the program are at all times
Must understand the difference between discipline and punishment
Must be able to pass a vigorous background check
Must have reliable transportation
Company
Family YMCA of Marion and Polk Counties
The YMCA mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Founded in 1892
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brandon Lemon
Chief Operating Officer
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