SCHOOL AGE SERVICES - CLUB Y ADVISOR
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Under the general supervision of the Site Director, part-time Club Y Advisors are responsible for directing supervision of and leading children in a structured environment as well as participating in active sports and games with children, monitoring behavior and participating in curriculum activities specific to middle school students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
General Duties:
- Appropriately supervise children and participate in all aspects of the program
- Observe children’s behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations/emergency procedures and apply appropriate behavior management techniques
- Preparation of daily snack; homework assistance
- Assist in maintaining a safe, nurturing environment
- Establishing a positive relationship with all program participants and their families.
- Provide a positive role model within the philosophy of YMCA standards and expectations
- Lead specialty experiences targeted at the interest of Middle School students*:
- Utilize approved curriculums to organize and lead below behaviors
- Utilize project based learning strategies to implement below interest areas
*Art, Active Play & Sport, Music, Teen Leadership, STEM
*For Y-CAP: Social Emotional Learning
*For Achievers: College and Career Readiness
Equipment/Environmental Responsibilities:
- Encourage respect for personal property, program equipment and facility
- Ensure all program areas and equipment are kept clean and safe
Administrative Duties:
- Assist Site Director with sign in/sign out
- Comply with/enforce all DHS licensing requirements
- Provide constant supervision--Be aware of the location of children at all times – do not leave them unsupervised
- Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor
- Employees will accurately report work time via approved YMCA Clocking Method: Branch Kiosk, YMCA site phone, YMCA iPad or time sheet.
YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the Y’s efforts for all stakeholders.
Collaboration: Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the Y. Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance the Y’s mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.
Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves staff at all levels in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. es and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.
Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. 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.
Behavioral Characteristics: Welcoming, Nurturing, Determined, Hopeful, and Genuine.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Must be at least 18 years old and pass pre-employment background checks, drug screening, and DHS Fingerprinting
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous work with middle school students preferred but not required
- Must meet minimum Tennessee Department of Human Services requirements
- Willingness to accept/provide supervision and guidance
- Ability to manage childrens’ behavior without physical contact or force
WORK SCHEDULE:
Flexible work schedule required. Work schedules may vary per the needs of specific before and after sites.
Before care is from 6:30 am until the start of school.
After care is from the end of school until 6:30 pm.
This part-time position is a split shift position that takes place Monday - Friday during before school and/or after school hours. Available work schedules...
- before school (only)
- after school (only)
- before and after school
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Climbing, sitting, standing, pushing, walking, kneeling, and stooping
- Some Exposure to the outdoor elements
- Exposure to electrical/mechanical mechanisms
- Exposure to some chemical elements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South aims to provide quality and safe youth programs for all. We are committed to making a continuous effort to prevent the abuse of children: verbally, physically, emotionally and sexually. All allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken seriously and will be reported to the State for investigation with full cooperation from the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South.
