Youth Development Aide Job at YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region, Colorado Springs, CO

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  • YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region
  • Colorado Springs, CO

Job Description

Overview:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Youth Development
Aide will provide direct supervision to a group of children during the school year in Before & After Programs as well as during Summer Day Camp. You will create positive and nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with the parents/caregivers. As the Aide you will promote and support the potential of all youth in programs and facilitate peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall camp experience.

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.

Responsibilities:
  • Providing a safe, buturing, yet fun environment for children.
  • Supervise, facilitate, and engage with participants during all large and small group activities and in ALL program areas.
  • Treat all children with dignity and respect and allow for individual differences.
  • Provide an atmosphere of acceptance and caring for each child and show as much individual attention as possible to each child.
  • Implement a curriculum that is age appropriate and helps a child reach their full potential in each area of development.
  • Be familiar with and adhere to the program’s policies, health and safety regulations, emergency procedures and be ready to implement if necessary.
  • Maintain State licensing and YMCA Associations Standards and Minimum guidelines
  • Demonstrate proper care and storage of equipment and supplies as well as program space.
  • Maintain an open, friendly, professional relationship with staff, parents, and children.
  • Assist in responding to all accidents and incidents with your program.
  • Supervise all program areas including gyms and playgrounds.
  • Complete routine and required forms to include, but not limited to: attendance records, observation records, incident and injury reports.
  • Prepare snacks or meals as assigned.
  • May be required to work hours outside of normal work schedule for trainings, extended program hours, parent nights, or association events.
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and respect to your fellow peers.
  • Modeling good character and hygiene habits.
  • Acting as a substitute when requested at other Youth Development Program locations.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum age of 16
  • Experience with children leading recreational activities preferred
  • Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification
Benefits:
  • Free Family Membership 
  • Program discounts
  • Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Sick Time

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming : we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.  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.

Posted Salary Range: USD $14.81 - USD $14.81 /Hr.

Job Tags

Part time, Summer work, Night shift,

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