Y&F PROGRAM STAFF (PT nights/ weekends) Position Available In Butler, Pennsylvania

Y&F PROGRAM STAFF

(PT nights/ weekends)

BUTLER COUNTY FAMILY YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN AS 2001

Ehrman Road, Cranberry Township, PA 16066 PART

TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Less than 29 hours/week Free Membership to the YMCA Discounted Y Programs Weekend availability is a MUST Additional weekday opportunities and special events are available The Y&F Program Staff at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA will be responsible for the development, organization and implementation of high quality recreational programs for youth, teens and adults, including but not limited to sports, gymnastics, theater, physical education, and music. The incumbent intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Qualifications:

Minimum age of 16 (14 for Birthday Party Host). Minimum 1 year of working within youth and/or family programming, preferred. Minimum 1 year experience working with children, required. CPR/First Aid/AED Certification required within 30 days of employment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Mature judgement and sound decision-making skills a must. Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Essential Functions:

Ensure that an adult signs each child in and out of program according to established procedures. Provide a quality experience for families and children (KidQuarium, Special Events, Birthday Parties, cooking classes etc). Provide leadership, supervision and care for children throughout all program areas. Implement and supervise program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values and objectives. Plan structured activities to stimulate the growth and development of participants. Incorporates creative and fun instructional methods into activities. Motivate and direct program participants, parents, staff and volunteers; be a team player. Enforce the rules and behavior expectations of the area. Develop and maintain positive relations with children, parents and other staff. Model relationship-building skills in all interactions. Maintain program areas and adhere to program standards in regards to equipment, storage, safety and cleanliness. Follow opening and closing procedures of the Youth & Family Department. Inspect for areas of concern; i.e., damage to equipment, unsafe areas, etc. Ensure program areas are set-up in accordance with facility schedules and the necessary layout for respective activity. Attend all staff meetings. Is alert, attentive, and courteous and conducts oneself in a professional manner at all times according to the YMCA Code of Conduct. Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Work schedule will include daytime, evening and weekend hours.

ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING CLEARANCES FOR EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO THE DATE OF HIRE. CLEARANCES ARE ACCEPTED WITHIN 2 YEARS OF THE HIRE DATE. PA CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK PA CHILD ABUSE HISTORY CERTIFICATION FBI

(DHS)

FINGERPRINTING HISTORY CLEARANCE ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A VALID EMAIL ADDRESS AND VOICEMAIL MUST BE SET UP IN ORDER TO COMPLETE ONBOARDING

PROCESSES.