Before School Care Staff

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community
through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. This position is responsible for the
supervision of elementary aged participants in a safe and nurturing environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Be comfortable working to implement the Mission Statement of the YMCA. The Fond du Lac Family
   YMCA is a non-profit charitable association dedicated to putting Christian principles into practice
   through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Acts as a positive role model
   using the YMCA’s core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility.
2. Supervises the children and all activities.
3. Maintains participant records as required (i.e. rosters, attendance, etc.).
4. Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents; helps them connect with
   each other and the YMCA.
5. Prepares and maintains program site and equipment. Organizes and puts away program
   equipment. Report damaged equipment.
6. Assists in staff and volunteer meetings and trainings as scheduled.
7. Understands and follows all Licensing Rules. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and
   procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports
   as necessary.
8. Performs all other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES:
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve
others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working
relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and
perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s
point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning;
speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to
another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting
policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed
goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an
openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal
feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date
knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of
   hire date.
2. At least 18 years of age.
3. Previous experience working with children
4. Must be able to move effectively through all program areas; be able to lift and carry 5-50 pounds;
   perform physical functions necessary to program instruction.
5. Previous experience with diverse populations preferred

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 and to supervise program
activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations.

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