Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Fairmount Elementary (Golden) - Golden, COPosition Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $19.31 - $19.31 HourlyJob Shift: AnyDescriptionSCHEDULEThis position follows a split shift schedule, Monday through Friday, providing care before and after school.Morning shift 6:20am - 7:50 amAfternoon shift 2:30pm - 6:00 PMLove working with kids? Have endless energy, creativity, and a knack for making every day an adventure? We’re looking for Program Leader to bring the fun while creating a safe and supportive space for kids after school.What you’ll do:
Lead games, crafts, and activities that keep kids smiling
Be a positive role model and mentor
Help with homework and encourage learning through play
Keep kids safe, engaged, and excited to come back each day
We’re looking for someone who is:
Fun, friendly, and enthusiastic
Patient, caring, and reliable
A team player who loves to get creative
Passionate about making a difference in kids’ lives
Why you’ll love it here:
Work with an amazing team
Build lasting connections with kids and families
Flexible after-school hours
A job that feels more like play than work!
POSITION SUMMARYThe Program Lead, working as part of the YMCA Center team, will help deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. Under the direction of the Site Director, the Program Lead is responsible for supporting the delivery of the OST program which includes behavior management and participant safety. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.THE YMCA AS THE THIRD PLACETo be the welcoming and transformative place - beyond work and home - where people feel most able to be their true selves; explore their purpose, dreams and goals; achieve health and wellness for their spirit, mind and body; connect with their community and feel a sense of belonging and possibilities like nowhere else.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist in developing, planning, and implementing daily activities, in-service days, in accordance with YMCA philosophy and state licensing requirements
Implement risk management to provide safety and well-being of all children
Integrate YMCA character development program into daily programming
Assist Supervisor and help to observe behavior, activities, and engagement for groups of up to 15 youth.
Proactively clean and/or repair program areas; maintain supplies and equipment
Attend all training courses, staff meetings and in-services without exception
Follow dress code; require staff to adhere with staff shirts, name badge, closed-toes shoes
Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays in accordance with location volume and events
Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA Annual Support Campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical demands described here are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functionsRegularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart deviceFrequently required to sit, reach and must be able to move around the work environmentOccasionally lift and/or move up to 50 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and focusNoise level in the work environment is usually moderateQualifications & BenefitsQUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
3 months (460 hours) experience working with children under 13 years of age required; experience in a youth centered educational learning environment preferred. Verified experience prior to hire
Exceptional group management, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Experience creating interactive and educational activities, youth development, academic enrichment and arts
Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays in accordance with location volume and events
CPR and First Aid certifications required within 30 days of hire
BENEFITS
Free individual membership
Program discounts
Generous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
Employee Assistance Program
Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
Paid Time off for those scheduled and working 20+ per week
