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. 

We are for ALL. 

Position Summary:

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. Under the direction of the Assistant SACC Director, the SACC Site Coordinator will plan, organize, and lead a comprehensive thematic-based enrichment program for children who attend licensed before and after school programs. The SACC Site Coordinator assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training. 

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. 
• Plans, coordinates, organizes and leads all daily program activities.
• Provides leadership to staff, ensures adequate coverage for all activities.
•   Observes and follows the School Age Child Care program guidelines as well as the regulations set by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services. 
• Maintains records related to the program.
• Works additional on-site hours when there is a scheduled ½ day of school.
• Works a ½-day or full day shift when school is closed due to inclement weather or otherunexpected reasons.
• Works during vacation camp on a part-time or full-time basis, depending on the need.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staffexpectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse. 
•   Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on department offerings and member engagement. 
•   Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. Clean and store equipment per branch procedures. 
•     Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings. 
•     Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to contribute to the overall success of the YMCA. 

YMCA Leadership Competencies:

•     Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence 
•     Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment 
•     Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations 

Experience, Education, and Qualifications: : 

· Excellent organizational and communications skills both verbal and written are essential to the success of this position. 

· Possess leadership qualities that enable the candidate to successfully lead as well as work as a member of a team. 

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 have current CPR and First Aid 
•     Must hold Medication Administration Certification (MAT) or successfully complete within the first 60-days of employment. 
•     Must complete a minimum of 30 hours of training every 2 years with the first fifteen hours being received within the first 6 months of employment as required by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (many training sessions will be held during the monthly staff meetings). 

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

•     Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending. 
•     Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. 
•     Will be exposed to illness-causing bacteria and viruses.