Licensed Program Coordinator

Job Description

Under the direction of the School Age and Day Camp Directors and in accordance with Association policies, the Licensed Program Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the daily operations of the School Age center(s) including but not limited to : supervision, safety, program management and curriculum, administrative compliance, adherence to state licensing compliance, YMCA Standards including Y USA HEPA standards, and YoungStar Standards compliance. Licensed Program Coordinator serves as a leader to group leaders and program participants, supports group leaders in the planning and implementation of high quality curriculum and programs, engages families in their child’s growth and development and engagement within the center, provides exceptional customer service and acts as a liaison to all school personnel.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Outdoor Education, Recreation, Social Work, Child Development, Youth Ministry or related field is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Required Trainings : Provided by the YMCACPR-Pro, AED, and First Aid Certification is required (if not present, must be obtained within 6 months).
• Shaken Baby Syndrome and SIDS is required (must be obtained prior to working in the classroom).
• At least 80 hours of Early Childhood classes with documentation OR completed at least 6 credits in elementary education, child guidance, child development or other approved courses OR have a bachelor’s degree in education, social work, child development, child psychology or other related field. (Introduction to the Child Care Profession-formerly EC1 and Skills and Strategies for the Child Care Profession-formerly EC2 can fulfill these training hours).
• Must complete fingerprinting requirement prior to working first shift.
• Must have 2 years previous experience working with children in a formal setting.
• Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience or administration preferred

Essential Functions

Preform other duties assigned by supervisory staff