YMCA of Silicon Valley

Summer Day Camp Leader Aide - Central


Pay$20.00 - $21.00 / hour
LocationSan Jose/California
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 5001029450606

      Requisition Number

      CN-2817

      Location

      B - Central YMCA-1000

      Job Title

      Summer Day Camp Leader Aide - Central

      Full-Time/Part-Time

      Part-time

      Description

      POSITION SUMMARY:

      Leader Aide is responsible for general supervision of youth and teens, planning and implementing activities (physical activities, nutrition, academic enrichment, homework assistance, and light tutoring).

      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

      • Assists with supervision a group of children.
      • Assists with planning and implementation of program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
      • Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
      • Attends staff meetings and trainings.
      • Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
      • Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
      • Performs other duties as assigned.
      WORK ENVIRONMENT:
      • Visual and auditory ability to observe and to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
      • Ability to lead and interact in group activities and perform related physical skills.
      • Ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Ability to climb, push, and pull.
      • Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 pounds.

      Requirements

      QUALIFICATIONS:

      • Certified in CPR and First Aid (or be certified within 30 days of hire).
      • Complete YMCA child abuse prevention within 30 days of hire.
      • Provide proof of negative tuberculosis test.
      • Bilingual preferred.
      SALARY RANGE: $20.00-$21.00 / hour

      YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

      Change Leadership: Facilitates, co-creates, and implements equitable change for the good of the organization and/or community.

      Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y's work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

      Philanthropy: Secures resources and support to advance the Y's work.

      Volunteerism: Engages volunteers and promotes social responsibility at all levels of the organization.

      Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.

      Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y's cause.

      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 judgement.

      Fiscal Management: Manages the Y's resources responsibly and sustains the Y's nonprofit business model.

      Functional Expertise: Executes superior technical skills for the role.

      Innovation: Creates and implements new and relevant approaches and activities that improve and expand the Y's work and impact in the community.

      Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.

      Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g.: staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.

      Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

  • About the company

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