About the Role
The YMCA Is the nation’s leading nonprofit, committed to strengthening communities through healthy living, youth development and social responsibility. In Boston, the Y is over 150 years old, successful in empowering people of all ages to learn, grow and thrive. In neighborhoods across greater Boston, the Y is community centered and has the presence and partnerships to deliver positive change. Every day the Y’s impact is felt, whether it’s an adult who chooses a healthy lifestyle; a child who is inspired to learn a new skill or a community that comes together for the common good. The Y is So Much More.
Under the direction of the Site Director, the Assistant Director works to support daily After School Operations. The Assistant Director will assist in program preparations prior to school dismissal, in leading daily activities that allows children to learn and play at the same time, explore the community they live in, participate in sports and swimming and develop positive relationships. The Assistant Director models the Y’s leadership core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership:
- Emphasizes personal safety and emotional well-being with students, parents, and other branch/school personnel at all times. Student safety is a top priority.
- Interprets the quality of YMCA values to students, parents, families and staff. Must be a positive role model. Develops appropriate relationships with all students in their care. Understands, establishes, and abides by appropriate boundaries.
- Plans and implements recreational and educational programs that emphasize group participation with an appropriate amount of choice.
- Uses positive, constructive methods of discipline/positive reinforcement, and ensures that all staff does the same.
- Communicates respectfully, openly and effectively with all staff, parents and children.
- Assists staff during daily tasks to ensure quality programming.
Program Implementation:
- Manages daily attendance records for groups. Supports with absence calls and confirms group rosters.
- Supports with behavior guidance with students, coaches counselors in effective group management skills.
- Sets an example for group game facilitation and program quality.
- Assists in responsibility of attendance tracking in Boston After School & Beyond.
- Reports all accidents and unusual incidents immediately to appropriate supervisors and completes necessary documentation.
- Communicates program information, problems, and concerns as they occur.
- Assists with planning and implementing of daily activities, special events and Family Night activities.
- Actively participates in all aspects of daily leadership schedule including openings, closings, and extended hours.
- Performs other duties as required by supervisor (remains flexible). Demonstrates a willingness to help where needed and actively seeks to develop oneself. Support with camper file management.
- Support groups in need.
- Attends all staff meetings and training sessions; assists in facilitation. Becomes familiar with training materials and actively incorporates them in their day to day interactions and work with students and staff.
- Maintains and cares for all program areas and supplies. Ensures that students treat all equipment, supplies, and program property responsibly.
- Abides by the established YMCA/EEC/school policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines and asks when in doubt.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Work Environment
- Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in all physical group games and activities.
- Works in a busy indoor environment; leads outside activities as well.
- May be expected to be in the water during all swim periods.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a passion for working with and nurturing children.
- Must have high school diploma or equivalent; college degree or pursuing a college degree preferred.
- Experience working with children (youth programs, camp settings or related field); understand the needs of children.
- Must demonstrate cultural sensitivity and utilize effective communication skills.
- Possesses a knowledge of group process – collaborative style of working within a team.
- Must be committed to carry out YMCA mission, philosophy, and departmental goals.
- Must possess current First Aid, Oxygen, and CPR certifications and as required by the specific program; or successfully complete YMCA provided First Aid, CPR, Child Abuse/Sexual Abuse Prevention Training upon hire.
- 7D license recommended to assist with transportation but not required.
- Must be available up to 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday a 6-8 hour shift, between 10am-6pm.
Benefits
Why work at the Y?
The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:
- Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
- Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
- Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
- Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
- A healthy work/life balance
- Comprehensive benefits including:
- FREE YMCA Membership for you.
- Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
- Discounted or FREE family membership.
- Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
- Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)