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Y After School Program Aide - Salem YMCA

Salem, VA · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

The Summer Camp Aide (SCA) is responsible for providing leadership, guidance, effective ... Implements program activities that are engaging, developmentally appropriate and consistent with ...

Arch Amenities Group

After School Program Attendant

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$14.50 - $17.75/hr

After School Program Attendant Department: Residential Reports to: General Manager Job Type: Non-Exempt Arch Amenities Group Wellness-driven. Hospitality-focused. Arch Amenities Group is the leading ...

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After School Program Attendant

Ashburn, VA

$14.50 - $17.75/hr

After School Program Attendant Department: Residential Reports to: General Manager Job Type: Non-Exempt Arch Amenities Group Wellness-driven. Hospitality-focused. Arch Amenities Group is the leading ...

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Y After School Program Aide - Rockbridge

Lexington, VA • On-site

YMCA of Virginia's Blue Ridge
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Key responsibilities

  • Assist in the planning, implementation, and facilitation of a structured daily schedule for summer camp participants.

  • Supervise children, ensuring their safety, well-being, and engagement throughout camp activities.

  • Maintain camp site, equipment, and ensure adherence to safety, cleanliness, and licensing standards.

Job description

Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Program Aide is responsible for providing leadership, guidance, effective communication and maintaining the overall well being and safety of summer camp participants. They must possess high energy, enthusiasm, genuinely enjoy working with children, and be team oriented. The Program Aide is responsible for assisting the Site Director and the Program Lead in the planning, implementation, and facilitation of a structured daily schedule. The Program Aide must be positive, with a patient and respectful demeanor towards campers, parents, coworkers, and administration. All staff are expected to be interactive and engaging with the children throughout the day. This includes standing for long periods and participating in physical activities both indoors and outdoors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Supervises a group of children alongside Program Lead, being responsible for their overall health and well being. Provides careful, attentive supervision; alert at all times.
  2. Take group attendance daily.
  3. Maintains camp site and equipment daily.
  4. Implements program activities that are engaging, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
  5. Adheres to program standards regarding safety, cleanliness, and adherence to licensing protocol.
  6. Attends trainings and staff meetings with summer camp leadership.
  7. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical emergencies, behavior policy implementation, child abuse prevention and all other emergency situations.
  8. Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children and other staff. Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
  9. Maintains ongoing communication with Program Lead and Director.
  10. Sets up for and cleans up after all camp activities.
  11. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Team Leader):
Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Y's values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives.
Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience.
Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Must be at least 16 years of age or older.
  2. Six months of programmatic experience with children, preferably in a camp setting is preferred.
  3. Must complete 24 hours of training to meet the licensing standards of a licensed child day center.
  4. Preferred CPR/First-Aid. If not certified, will receive training through the YMCA.
  5. Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
  6. Experience in creating, planning, and facilitating interactive and educational/artistic activities relating to youth development, physical fitness, and academic enrichment is preferred.
  7. Must possess speaking, listening and writing skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults.
  8. Must be capable of implementing directives related to the daily program.
  9. Must have flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
  10. Demonstrate a working knowledge of YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  2. Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise as well as participate in program activities.

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