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Job Title: School Age Child Care Site Coordinator Reports To: School Age Child Care Director Location: East Syracuse Minoa School District, East Syracuse, NY Salary Range: $17.50/hour FLSA : Full Time/Hourly Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7-9 am and 3 pm - 6 pm plus admin hours A Career with a Cause:We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. 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.Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement | YMCA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK (ymcacny.org) (https://www.ymcacny.org/diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging-statement) Position Summary: This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. Under the direction of the SACC Director, the SACC Site Coordinator will plan, organize, and lead a comprehensive thematic-based enrichment program for children who attend licensed before and after school programs. The SACC Site Coordinator assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.Salary and Benefits:
$17.50/hour, Full -Time, Non-exempt
YMCA Family Membership
New York State Paid Sick Leave
YMCA Retirement Fund Contribution after 2 years of 1,000+ hours: 12% (Employer Match-10%; Employee-2%).
Option to enroll and contribute to a 403(b) Retirement Savings Account.
Health Insurance (2 plans with significant employer contribution for employee’s premium)
Personal Time, Vacation, New York State Paid Sick Leave, and 12 Paid Holidays
Full Benefits Flyer: Flyer with Benefits.pdf (ymcacny.org) (https://www.ymcacny.org/sites/default/files/2022-05/Flyer%20with%20Benefits.pdf)
Essential Functions:
Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.
Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
Plans, coordinates, organizes and leads all daily program activities.
Provides leadership to staff, ensures adequate coverage for all activities.
Observes and follows the School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
Maintains records related to the program.
Works additional on-site hours when there is a scheduled ½ day of school.
Works a ½-day or full day shift when school is closed due to inclement weather or other unexpected reasons.
Works during vacation camp on a part-time or full-time basis, depending on the need.
Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse.
Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department offerings and member engagement.
Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. Clean and store equipment per branch procedures.
Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.
Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to contribute to the overall success of the YMCA.
YMCA Leadership Competencies:
Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment
Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations
Experience, Education, and Qualifications:EducationExperienceAssociate’s degree in child development,elementary education, PE, or related fieldANDTwo years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacityORNew York State Children’s Program AdministratorCredential OrSchool Age Child Care CredentialANDTwo years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years, including at least one year in a supervisory capacityORTwo years of college with 18 credits in the above listed areas of concentrationANDTwo years direct experience working with children under the age of 13 years including at least one year in a supervisory capacityIn addition to the above, preferred knowledge of and experience working with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical abilities).Qualifications:
Excellent organizational and communications skills both verbal and written are essential to the success of this position.
Possess leadership qualities that enable the candidate to successfully lead as well as work as a member of a team.
NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:
Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will:
Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are physically fit to provide child day care.
Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:
Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.
Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL).
Trainings & Certifications:
Must complete annual safety, combating sexual-harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources prior to direct service.
Must have current CPR and First Aid
Must hold Medication Administration Certification (MAT) or successfully complete within the first 60-days of employment.
Must complete a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first fifteen hours being received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (many training sessions will be held during the monthly staff meetings).
Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.
Work Environment:This job operates in a recreational and/or educational environment. This role routinely uses standard recreation and/or office equipment. At times, employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others. All employees are required to always follow the preventative health policies of the YMCA. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.
