Group Leader Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:

These general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals, Mission and Policies of the YMCA of the East Bay. Group Leader Assistants are responsible for supporting the daily operations of the site by providing high quality and responsive care to children and families in an inclusive setting. The position support meaningful, culturally relevant educational and recreational activities and positive relationships grounded in Y values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support active supervision of students at all times to promote physical and emotional safety.

• Assist with developmentally appropriate, culturally relevant activities, curriculum, supplies and equipment.

• Work cooperatively with staff to support program quality, safety, cleanliness and accident prevention.

• Support individual growth, homework help and academic skill building while recognizing each child’s needs.

• Maintain accurate attendance and required program records.

• Support children’s health and well-being; provide first aid when necessary and promptly report incidents or injuries.

• Use consistent, age-appropriate positive behavior guidelines and document notable situations according to policy.

• Build and maintain positive communication—both verbal and non-verbal—with students, families, school personnel, district partners and Y staff.

• Follow Y policies and applicable community partner policy requirements for the assigned site at all times.

• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, program activities and special events.

• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to supervise program activities
• Must occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
• Frequent bending & standing: able to walk for long periods
• Visual ability to clearly monitor activities in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Mobility to respond quickly to an emergency

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Inclusion
• Communication and Influence
• Emotional Maturity

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; at least 18 years of age.
• 48 semester units or successful completion of the Instructional Aide (IA) exam.
• Youth, classroom or child care experience preferred; paid and/or volunteer experience considered.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community and support children of all abilities.
• Pre-employment health screening/TB and DOJ/FBI LiveScan clearances.
• Pediatric First Aid and CPR, AED, Child Abuse Prevention and applicable safety trainings within required timelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.