Program Aide, Thomas E Hannah YMCA
FLSA Status: Part-time, Non-exempt
Department: YOUTH SPORTS
Under the guidance and supervision of the Program Director and Operations Director, the Program Aide provides guidance and leadership in a group setting to all participants. Assists and monitors programing, including program set up, rosters, and any further duties assigned. Maintenance of equipment and facility is a necessary requirement of this position. Key programs include, but are not limited to RISE and Homeschool PE. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Ensure the health, safety, and well being of participants in the program by providing close supervision of all activities. 2. Set up programing and assist in instruction and activities for children participants. 3. Maintain accurate program documentation. 4. Follow designed curriculum and assist in management of rules for all ages. 5. Maintain required tracking, attendance, and paperwork. 6. Instruct youth about all aspects of the activity. 7. Responsible for the use and proper storage of all equipment. 8. Communicate with supervisor any challenges or issues regarding program participants and facilities. 9. Prepare the learning environment and necessary equipment. 10.Actively participate in all training sessions, designated meetings and special events. 11.Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:. 1. High School Diploma or equivalent; some college preferred. 2. At least 16 years of age.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 1. Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time. 2. Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. 3. Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight. 4. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking. 5. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate. 6. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency. 7. Assist with implementing rules and regulations of all youth sports programming.