Job Description
About The Ymca Established locally in 1944, the YMCA of Southern Nevada is one of the region's longest-serving and most-respected nonprofit organizations. We are committed to helping people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and income levels - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity and that no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. From childcare to senior programs; sports to education; fitness centers to chronic disease management; and swim lessons to feeding the hungry, the Y is truly for all in its cause of holistically strengthening the foundations of this community. Position Summary Oversees and manages the overall daily operations of the Katz Elementary 21st Century Community Learning Center. Responsible for staff management and development, programmatic impact, grant implementation, reporting, and community outreach. This position requires high energy, enthusiasm for YMCA's mission, and flexibility. The YMCA operates 21st Century programming at various CCSD elementary schools across the Las Vegas Valley. Responsibilities Maintains a safe and secure site location with established emergency procedures Ensures proper implementation of the YMCA of Southern Nevada's Youth Protection policies and procedures; Manages and implements the Power Scholars program Ensures compliance with 21st Century grant requirements Maintains accurate and timely records of student attendance, academic progress, family engagement, and program activities Adheres to program policies and procedures, ensuring all documentation, evaluations, and compliance standards are completed on schedule Meets all reporting deadlines and deliverables set forth by funders (e.g., 21st CCLC or other grantors) Develops and executes recruitment strategies to maintain required student enrollment levels as directed by grant requirements through collaboration with school staff, families, and community partners. Attracts and retains students that meet targeted demographics and participation benchmarks. Uses collected data to identify trends and inform adjustments to program practices. Participates in evaluation processes with external evaluators, funders, or district partners. Demonstrates strong communication with supervisors, school partners, parents, and staff to ensure student safety and success. Ensures students and staff have all materials and physical space needed for successful program implementation. Participates in regular trainings, meetings, and staff development; Directly supervises up to 10 part-time staff including hiring, training, scheduling, and monitoring performance. Tracks supply and wage budgets to align with grant compliance. Creates a strong presence and fosters a relationship with the staff and administration at assigned Elementary School. Regularly communicates with parents regarding student progress and behavior. Regularly communicates with school partners regarding program updates, offerings, and changes. Participates in school and community events that correlate with the goals of the 21st Century Grant. Regularly communicates progress and development of the program with the Afterschool Director. Performs all other duties, as assigned. Abuse Risk Management Functions Follow employee and volunteer screening requirements and use screening instruments to screen for abuse risk. Provide employees and volunteers with on-going supervision and training related to abuse risk. Provide employees and volunteers with regular feedback regarding their boundaries with youth. Require employees and volunteers to adhere to policies and procedures related to abuse. Respond quickly to policy and procedure violations using the organization's progressive disciplinary procedures. Respond seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors. Follows mandated reporting requirements. Communicate to all employees and volunteers the organization's commitment to protect their consumers from abuse. Report essential abuse risk management information to your supervisor, executive director, or human resources.
WHY WORK HERE?
Benefits At the YMCA of Southern Nevada, we're committed to providing a superior work environment that offers challenges, flexibility, and fun. We have been repeatedly recognized as a Nevada Top Workplace by the Las Vegas Review Journal. As an employee you'll receive the following benefits: 10 Paid holidays Paid time off Generous PTO plan that increases with years of service Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance Rain – Instant Pay Benefits 10% Retirement Contribution• and access to our 403(b) retirement savings account Free YMCA Family Membership and program discounts Join a supportive team and an organization recognized as a Nevada Top Workplace Make a meaningful impact in your community Automatic retirement contributions are made to employees 21 years or older after contributing 1,000 hours of service in each of two years. Our Culture Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming:
we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine:
we value you and embrace your individuality. 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. We are service driven:
we go above and beyond to keep people coming back and apply a listen-first and solution-oriented approach to resolving conflicts. We are safety focused:
we are proactive in keeping everyone safe and respond promptly to incidents as a team. Work Environment And 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS
2-3 years of experience working with children, required 1 year of supervisory experience, required Bachelor's degree in education or related field, preferred 2-3 years of experience facilitating out-of-school-time programming, preferably within underserved communities Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, preferred Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Prior experience with grant management, preferred Working with Children within 30 days of hire. Current American Red Cross Certifications in CPR and First Aid within 30 days of hire Current CCSD Badge or obtained within 30 days of hire