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This position coordinates and implements all activities at an assigned childcare site. The Site Coordinator I is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, well-supervised and enriching atmosphere for all youth participants. The Site Coordinator I ensures the program is well received by principal, faculty, YMCA program leaders, volunteers, program participants and their parents. This position works closely with the Assistant Director and Director of Youth Development on weekly program updates.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Supervises, implements, and directs high quality childcare program and other program staff for assigned site.
• Develops positive relationships with children, parents, staff, and volunteers.
• Oversees and ensures the safety of all program participants through minor decision making regarding routine problems and following all YMCA and licensing policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures.
• Assists in the implementation of new programs assigned by the Director of Youth Development.
• Facilitates recruitment and retention efforts to maintain an A.D.A. (average daily attendance) of 15 or more students for a small program and/or 25 or more students for a large program per grant guidelines
• Conducts frequent and recurring marketing and recruitment at site to increase enrollment and program awareness.
• Participates in the supervision, training, and scheduling of program assistants. Reviews and approves staff’s payroll.
• Ensures grant fidelity and site records, files, reporting and other required administrative procedures are completed and maintained according to deadlines and policy.
• Work collaboratively with Assistant Director and Director to plan, organize, and conduct lessons/activities according to YMCA standards, Utah After School Network, and other partnerships.
• Oversees operating budget for assigned site and manages expenses through creating purchase requests for needed supplies and maintaining inventory.
• Communicates with direct supervisors regarding any and all successes and challenges, on a daily basis.
• Participates in community outreach (such as United Way, Gear Up, AmeriCorps) and school support during instructional day.
• Participates in department cohorts/committees to ensure the grant fidelity with external programs and partnerships.
• Supports other after school programs as needed.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One or more years’ experience working with school-aged children.
• One or more years of supervisory experience is preferred.
• Current Department of Child Care Licensing approved CPR/First Aid (must include infant/child certification); Food Handlers Permit or ability to obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to obtain Department of Child Care Licensing fingerprinting.
• Demonstrated experience in relationship building and communicating with a diverse population.
• Possess mature judgment and sound decision-making.
• Must be observant, safety conscious, and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.
• Proficient in Google Platform preferred.

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