Full-Time
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Greater Somerset County YMCA
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Princeton, NJ, USA
In Person
Category
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Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Experience with children in school, after school, or camp setting
- Sound judgment, ability to prioritize and be self-directed, and work independently
- Ability to work flexibly with a collaborative team of staff members and volunteers
- Must be willing to work with all persons without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, socioeconomic status or disability
- Positive, “can do” attitude which is demonstrated by a willingness to pitch in and help wherever needed as well as an ability to anticipate what is needed
- Must be committed to the goals and objectives of the Princeton Family YMCA programs
- Must be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with YMCA standards and best practices
Responsibilities
- Supervises groups of children and leads staff when applicable
- Plans and implements activities in conjunction with the Site Director that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA Core Values
- Create and maintain a fun environment for children to work and play productively and comfortably and have full access to all necessary materials
- Demonstrate leadership and be a positive influence and role model to colleagues and staff
- Assist Site Director in the opening and closing of the site on a daily basis
- Communicate issues related to students to Site Director & Program Director
- Supervise volunteers in partnership with Site Director
- With Site Director, support parent/family communication and follow-up
- Supervise and manage daily snack
- Maintain and track supplies for programs and activities including equipment and program supplies; administrative supplies; and first aid equipment
- Maintain rosters and attendance records and assure accurate record-keeping
- Implement safety measures/regulations in compliance with NJ Department of Children & Families – Office of Licensing & Community Partners
- Supervise and document fire drills
- Ensure implementation of the health and safety policies that pertain to program participants and staff at all times, including follow through on all incident reports and document filing
- Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies
- Support efforts of promotion and publicity of all YMCA programs
- Ensure that all Emergency Procedures are carried out in accordance with Princeton Family YMCA procedures
- Ensure that program provides a positive image of the YMCA within the community, in accordance with the mission and philosophy of the Princeton Family YMCA