Job description
The YMCA of Snohomish County provides jobs and careers with a cause. Every day, the Y makes a lasting impression in our communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our unique work environment constantly changes to adapt to the needs of our communities. We are a non-profit, in the people business. This means that we help members meet a fitness or ability goal, see that children thrive in our child care programs, encourage family togetherness, and give youth an opportunity to learn life skills through water safety, sports, and teen programming. Our Commitment to Inclusion: The Y is made up of people of all ages and from every walk of life, working side by side to strengthen communities. Together we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation, has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect and responsibilitythey guide everything we do. We look forward to having you on our YMCA team! *The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that celebrates diversity at all levels of our organization! Position Summary: Safely transport YMCA vehicles, trailers, and equipment to offsite locations, providing safe transportation for program participants when needed. When not driving: Implement STEM curriculum at assigned locations as directed introducing youth from all backgrounds to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) experiences; meeting the needs of our diverse community. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Travels to assigned locations to implement STEM curriculum on-site at designated YMCA of Snohomish County locations. Drive safely according to YMCA policies and procedures and state laws Ensure occupants, belongings and YMCA vehicle and trailer contents are adequately secured at all times Perform and record all checklist and maintenance responsibilities as required using approved forms including self-audits to ensure compliance with YMCA of Snohomish County safety requirements Ensure first aid, safety and emergency supplies are fully stocked at all times with documentation of inventory and immediate replacement of missing supplies Ensure that bus rules are posted, announced and followed Create and follow route planning and directions Focus on facilitation practices that encourage gender equitable practices and promote inclusivity in STEM Ensure and provide upkeep of assigned program facilities and equipment and ensure all safety standards are met Maintain relationships with community partners and positively represent the Y while out in the community Maintain compliance with proper DCYF and YMCA trainings Ensure clear and effective communication between site staff and the STEM Manager Periodically meet with STEM Team to ensure STEM continuum and sustainability Periodically complete quality assessments for STEM facilitation, programs, and activities. Ensure compliance with state and local regulations in addition to YMCA program standards and procedures Maintain proper records, statistics and department files Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Minimum age 21 One or more years related experience planning and facilitating STEM activities with youth in a developmentally appropriate group setting. Pre-employment current driver abstract (available online through Dept. of licensing) and drug screening required Minimum three years driving experience with clean driving record Possess appropriate license with knowledge of the rules/guidelines related to commercial passenger vehicles Have a high school diploma or equivalent Provide document of all certification and training requirements established by DCYF, including position prerequisites, current negative TB test, other required vaccinations, and portable background check Ability to travel to YMCA site locations and community organizations. Organize and implement high quality developmentally appropriate programming. Basic computer/typing skills and demonstrated ability to utilize standard office software Fluency in second language desired Y Culture: Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines Arrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping system Y Culture: Build relationships with a diverse membership base in culturally responsive ways, connect members with one another and to the YMCA Exhibit Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility Complete required training and certifications within established guidelines Arrive on time ready for shift, clock in/out within timekeeping system Embrace Leader Core Competencies: Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them Supports fundraising Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinion, and perceptions Builds rapport and relates well to others Seeks first to understand the other persons 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-the-date knowledge and skills in technology Physical and Mental Demands: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical Demands: As directed, lead and participate in a range of activities in indoor/outdoor settings. Sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions of position and to safely supervise program activities. Staff may be required to move weights of approximately 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve non-routine and complex problems; may use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions; and interact with members, staff, volunteers, and others encountered in the course of work, some of whom may be dissatisfied individuals. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter s while performing the essential functions of this job. Typically, interaction with others is busy, constant and occasionally interruptive. Work may be demanding at times. May require ability to work irregular hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job descriptions represent a general outline of job duties, functions and qualifications. They are not intended to be comprehensive in nature. In addition, jobs evolve over time and therefore their description may not reflect the precise nature of the position at a given point in time.
