Enrichment Staff - Summer/Seasonal, Jacksonville Florida

Position Summary: 

Coordinates developmentally appropriate activities, to foster individual growth and development of children in the JJ Sail grants program at the YMCA Of Florida's First Coast.

Essential Functions:

1. Provides quality supervision to students in program.
2. Provides academic tutoring to struggling students.
3. Carries out planned enrichment activities, while being engaged with students.
4. Assists during special events, snack service and dinner service.
5. Maintains positive relationship with Site Director, Lead Teachers and students.
6. Serves as a positive role model to students.
7. Presents the YMCA mission and vision to staff, students, school community and parents.

NOTE:   This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

Values: Accept and demonstrates the Y's values.

Community: Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.

Inclusion: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.

Relationships: Builds rapport and relates well to others.

Communication: Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.

Developing Others: Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma required.
2. At least 18 years of age.
3. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of  hire date. DCF 40 hours preferred, required within 90 days of hire.
4. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
5. Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate  program activities.
6. Previous experience with diverse populations. Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
7. Ability to work as a team member.
8. Some previous experience working with children.
9. Willingness and ability to effectively communicate with youth.
10. Effective verbal communication skills.
11. Flexibility, resourcefulness and high energy.

Physical Demands:

Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.