Hybrid LEAPS Sentry - Van Duyn School - Part Time presso YMCA of Central New York, Inc.

Description

$33.00/hour

Mon- Thurs, 3:30 - 5:30 pm

A Career with a Cause:

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. We are genuine: we value you

and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else,

we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth

development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is

achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of

caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that

build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the LEAPS Site Coordinator, the LEAPS Sentry is responsible for helping to maintain order

and for protecting the well-being of students, staff, and visitors during program hours. Employment is contingent

upon the incumbent clearing all NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) licensing requirements; these

requirements include fingerprinting, background screening and clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and

Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCL) within the first 30-days of employment. Prior

to being assigned to their position, the incumbent is required to complete an initial medical statement and

tuberculin test. If the incumbent previously worked in a Child/Day Care setting, a prior medical statement and

tuberculin test may be accepted if dated within 12-months preceding the date of the application.

Essential Functions:

· Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

· Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization;

supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.

· Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty.

· Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance

with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.

· Familiarize oneself with the YMCA School Age Child Care objectives and consider these objectives in delivery of

· services.

· Provides protection of students, faculty and support service personnel.

· Maintains order in school hallways and cafeteria.

· Intervenes directly to control disturbances among students.

· Reports to the supervisor, by radio receiver-transmitter or telephone, any emergency situations that may

require police assistance.

· Completes, or assists in completion, of incident reports.

· Attends orientation and in-service training sessions relative to rules, regulations policies, first aid,

conflict resolution and human relations.

· Observe and follow the YMCA School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set forth

by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services.

· Report to the program ready to work at designated times and prepared to stay until all of the children have left.

· Provide a safe, healthy, moral, and fun environment for all children. Assist with behavior management of

program participants using positive techniques of guidance, redirection, reinforcement, and

encouragement of age-appropriate expectations. Set up guidelines and environments that minimize the

need for discipline and provide steps towards progressive discipline as needed.

· Provide a positive role model for the children in the program. This includes actions, speech, and attire of all staff.

· Foster within the program participants the growth of the four YMCA character values of respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty. Foster the growth of skills in team-building, good sportsmanship,

friendship, and pride in doing one’s best.

· Assist with supervision of snack, dismissal, and other program transitions as assigned.

· Assist with maintaining staff sign-in logs, visitor sign-in logs, and other related records on a daily basis.

· Follow the Syracuse City School District's Code of Conduct at all times.

· Assist in conducting monthly fire drills, shelter in place drills and daily health checks as required by OCFS.

· Maintain a positive, open relationship with all staff, parents, and program participants. Any issues/concerns

should be reported to the Director.

· Attend all scheduled staff meetings and trainings/workshops (for both the YMCA and SACC clearance

requirements.)

· Hand in completed time sheets on a bi-weekly basis.

· All other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Experience, Education and Qualifications:

· Previous experience working with children under 13 years of age.

· Previous experience working in a security or policing position preferred.

· Brings to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with people.

· Possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.

· Ability to work in an environment where flexibility and patience are often required.

NYS Office of Children and Family Services Requirements:

· Prior to assignment to initial position, the incumbent will:

? Complete an initial medical statement and tuberculin test providing satisfactory evidence that they are

physically fit to provide child day care.

· Within the first 30-days of employment, the incumbent will:

? Undergo fingerprint and background screening as mandated by the NYS OCFS.

? Obtain clearance on the State Central Register (SCR) and Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and

Maltreatment (SCL).

Trainings & Certifications:

· Must complete annual safety, combating sexual harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by

human resources prior to direct service.

· Must hold Medication Administration Certification or successfully complete no later than 90 days after employment

begins.

· Be responsible for completing a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first 15 hours being

received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services

(training sessions will be held monthly, online and/or during monthly staff meetings).