BAAB Site Director/ Group Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The BAAB Site Director is responsible for all aspects of daily operation of a Berwick Area YMCA Before and After School program site. The position is responsible for the planning, implementation, and facilitation of program activities ensuring a safe, enriching, and high-quality program environment. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Ensures the safety and engagement of all children iat the program site.

2. Plans and implements daily, age-appropriate activities for elementary age children.

3. Provide assistance with homework and encourage academic progress. 

1. Provides careful, attentive supervision, alert at all times.
2. Serves as a positive role model, demonstrates professional behavior and understands the positive youth development approaches to the needs and development of youth.
3. Facilitates a program environment that promotes positive play and welcomes children.
4. Maintains the programs site, equipment and supplies.
5. Facilitates and maintains positive, on-going relationships with all stakeholders including children, parents, the school district and the program director.
6. Maintain accurate records as assigned and according to program requirements.
7. Communicates regularly with parents; attends parent/family events as designated by the program director.
8. Demonstrates a working knowledge of YMCA mission, purpose and goals, childcare policies and YMCA standards; ensures the program meets the highest standards of excellence.
9. Supervises and coordinates the schedule and activities of Assistant Group Supervisors and Aides.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement : Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness : Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth : Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness
to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. 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. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by state law.

1. At least 18 years of age.

1. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of 

hire date. Other trainings as established by state law within the prescribed timelines.

1. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred and may be required in accordance with state law depending upon level of education attained.

1. Ability to plan, organize and implement age- appropriate/developmentally appropriate 

program activities.

1. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with children, parents and the school district.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. Ability to plan, lead and participate in physical activities with children.

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