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The YMCA of Southern Maine is a charitable community organization committed to building strong communities through programs and services for all. We value diversity and inclusion, and actively work to create a safe, welcoming place for our neighbors.

Position Summary:

This position will be responsible for providing a safe, quality and age appropriate large or small group experience for all participants in the Prime Time Program. This will be accomplished by providing direction and supervision and by being a positive role model for participants through good work habits, enthusiasm, a good attitude and adherence to personnel policies and safety rules.

Essential Functions:

1. Engages in activities that are consistent with the mission, goals and objectives of the YMCA.

2. Is a positive role model for the children through good work habits, enthusiasm and a good attitude.
3. Adheres to YMCA of Southern Maine personnel policies.

4. Works in compliance and is familiar with the YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Policy.

5. Adheres to safety rules and procedures.

6. Monitors the health and safety of the children including: maintaining the appropriate level of observation of the children and keeping the program area clean and safe.

7. Organizes activities and routines for easy transitions for the children.

8. Maintains accurate daily attendance records.

9. Effectively manages challenging behaviors.

10. Reports all incidents as required to the appropriate supervisor.

11. Effectively assists children upon arrival to ease the transition to the program.

12. Is cooperative with providing fill in assistance for co-workers as needed.

13. Attends Childcare meetings as directed.

14. Performs special projects as directed by the Child Care and Camp Director or Membership Director as applies to branch.

15. Acknowledges parents and children in a courteous and professional manner.

16. Exercises good judgment around areas of responsibility.

17. Adheres to all Y Brand guidelines and receives prior approval for use and creation of any Y related social media from the Advancement department.

18. Is an advocate to the Y by promoting our cause. Assists with the annual campaign by increasing awareness about the campaign within the Y community.

19. Learn and actively utilize ADP Employee Portal on a consistent basis.

20. Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Meets the association standard for attendance, punctuality and dependability.
• Wears neat and appropriate YMCA clothing for completion of work duties.
• Demonstrates good documentation skills-accuracy in facility records and timecard
• Keeps all work areas neat and orderly.
• Possess the ability to handle multiple tasks and demands.
• Demonstrates a high tolerance for frequent interruptions and varied routine.
• Proven desire to “take charge” of areas of responsibilities.
• Ability to keep confidences related to program and personnel matters.
• Ability to work successfully with a variety of people.
• Exemplify YMCA character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Possess current CPR and First Aid Certification.

A criminal background check is required and may include fingerprinting through the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), prior to hire.

Hourly Rate: $13.00-$15.00

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