Job Title: School Age Child Care Head of Group

Reports To: Executive Director

Location: Cazenovia Central School District, Cazenovia, NY

Salary Range: $16.00/hour

FLSA: Hourly – Non exempt

Work Schedule: 2:00 - 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.

We are for ALL.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement | YMCA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK (ymcacny.org)

Position Summary:

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Head of Group will plan, organize and lead a comprehensive thematic-based enrichment program for school age children. The incumbent will p lan, organize, and lead all daily SACC program activities. The Head of Group provides leadership and assures the well-being for all, in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary Range: $16.00/hour, Part-time Non-exempt

• YMCA Membership

• YMCA Leadership Competencies:

• Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit

• Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community

• 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

• Experience, Education, and Qualifications:

• Working towards, or having a High School diploma or equivalent.

• And, substantial experience working with children under 13 years of age.

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

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

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

• Possess knowledge of various resources for programming ideas and the skills to utilize that information in program implementation.

• Possess knowledge of age appropriate activities and expectations of children ages 5 to 12.

  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).