Position description
Be Part of Our Cause
The YMCA of Orange County staff are committed to teaching youth positive life skills, values and the importance of giving back. In our communities, our staff support and strengthen families by offering quality experiences that are affordable and life-enriching. Our staff encourage participation by all members of our community and create an environment where everyone aspires to be their best. Each day, we work side-by-side with others to strengthen the foundations of our communities.
POSITION OVERVIEW: Support Childcare Director in providing leadership and supervision of a childcare program. Assume full leadership of childcare program in Childcare Director’s absence. Ensure implementation of YMCA curriculum while providing care, guidance and developmental experiences in accordance with YMCA guidelines and state licensing requirements. Supervise children, and may supervise staff, in a safe environment as required by the Childcare Director and site needs. Supervise up to 28 children with the assistance of other staff per Title 22 requirements (14:1 ratio).
DAY-TO-DAY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide supervision and set and maintain limits for children using positive reinforcement.
Assist with training and evaluation of staff.
Treat children, parents, and staff with dignity and respect.
Maintain a clean environment; be responsible for maintenance of equipment & supplies.
Maintain good public relations with parents and communicate with the Childcare Director.
Assist with Parent Advisory Council meetings and maintain positive relationships with school representatives.
Ensure the health and safety of all children, including following reporting and release procedures of children.
Demonstrate and teach the character development values of respect, responsibility, caring, fairness, trustworthiness and citizenship.
Follow & enforce safety regulations & other YMCA, school, and Licensing Title 22 policies and procedures.
Oversee program operations when Childcare Director is absent.
Assist with annual YMCA Campaign.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Carries out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Must have a minimum of 1 year experience working with Middle School Age children.
Must meet the requirements of one of the following Licensing Options:
Licensing Option 1
Education & Certifications: High School Diploma or equivalent, EMSA First Aid & EMSA CPR Certification, 15 college units accepted by licensing (3 units in Child Development, and 3 units or 60 training hours in Administration, and 9 units or 180 training hours in Recreation, Elementary Education or related field) required.
Experience & Background: 4 years of experience working with children, previous supervision of staff, and completion of all requirements for 15 hour Preventative Health Practices required.
Licensing Option 2
Education & Certifications: 2 year college degree in related field, EMSA First Aid & EMSA CPR Certification, 15 college units accepted by licensing (3 units in Child Development, and 3 units or 60 training hours in Administration, and 9 units or 180 training hours in Recreation, Elementary Education or related field) required.
Experience & Background: 2 years of experience working with children, previous supervision of staff, and completion of all requirements for 15 hour Preventative Health Practices required.
Licensing Option 3
Education & Certifications: 4 year college degree in related field, EMSA First Aid & EMSA CPR Certification, 15 college units accepted by licensing (3 units in Child Development, and 3 units or 60 training hours in Administration, and 9 units or 180 training hours in Recreation, Elementary Education or related field) required.
Experience & Background: 1 year of experience working with children, previous supervision of staff, and completion of all requirements for 15 hour Preventative Health Practices required.
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