Assistant Group Leader

YMCA Southcoast

Assistant Group Leader

Wareham, MA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Summary: Under the direction of the Group Leader- After School, assist in the supervision of a group of children in a range of programs and activities. Essential Functions: • Participate in providing activities in accordance with established Child Care Services regulations. • Model the Y’s healthy eating standards by consuming HEPA compliant foods and beverages during meal and snack times; and avoiding consumption of food and beverages during other program times. • Model the Y’s active living standards by engaging in games and physical activities with youth. • Assist in the establishment and promotion of an environment conducive to child growth physically, emotionally, socially. • Make observations and assess information for inclusion in child evaluations. • Communicate as required with parents and children to assure highest standards of care are being met. • Participate in enforcing established ground rules. • Participate in the maintenance of cleanliness and safety of the physical environment. YMCA Competencies: Mission and Community Oriented: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill a community need. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. People Oriented: Seeks first to understand the other’s point of view; remains calm in challenging situations. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative in developing others.

    Results Oriented: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high value experience for members. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Makes sound judgments and transfers learning from one situation to another. Establishes goals, clarifies work, and participates in meetings. Personal Development Oriented: Accurately assess personal feelings, strengths and limitations, and how they impact relationships. Pursues self-development that enhance job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change; seeks opportunities in the change process. Qualifications: • Current knowledge of state and YMCA standards and regulations specific to early education and child care. • Ability to effectively interact with parents and children on a range of issues. • Demonstrated ability to engage in a range of children’s educational, recreational, and social activities. • Demonstrated ability to make mature judgments in difficult situations. Physical Demands: • The physical demands of this position are limited and, as such, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with physical disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.