Position Summary:
The Assistant Site Supervisor assists in overseeing a site's supervision of staff, and the coordination of activities. Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, the Assistant Site supervisor is responsible for complete program operations of a particular site or sites, as assigned by or in lieu of the Site Supervisor.
Essential Functions/ Job Duties:
• Assists in the supervision of the staff in the planning and implementation of activities for their assigned group of children in accordance to both age and developmentally appropriate practices as outlined by licensing agency, State of Florida and the YMCA of South Florida mission and YMCA Child Care Policies.
• Assists in the supervision of students in various outdoor activities (e.g. sandbox, swings, climbing apparatus, field trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Assists the site supervisor with age appropriate activities by working with individual or small groups of students (e.g. games, art, music, science, language, nutrition, playground, computers, washing hands, etc.) or the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts and by caring for student's needs.
• Communicates with school staff (e.g. principal, office personnel, maintenance, school nurse, cafeteria staff, etc.) for the purpose of conveying information and/or receiving information required to perform the functions of the job.
• Distributes instructional and/or play materials for the purpose of providing students with necessary items and assisting the site supervisor in the program. Maintains equipment and work areas (e.g.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or providing for a safe learning environment.
• Monitors children in various activities (e.g. snack time, group or individual games, playground activities, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Monitors student behavior for the purpose of ensuring student compliance to established regulations and maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Organizes indoor/outdoor, quiet/active play activities appropriate to age group for the purpose of actively participating in learning activities with children.
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions (e.g. ordering and stocking materials; parent files, financial, sign in/out records, copying, attendance, written reports, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the site supervisor and/or providing necessary records/instructional materials.
• Delivers children directly to parents or designee for the purpose of ensuring safety of children and meeting the licensing agency, State of Florida and the YMCA of South Florida mission and YMCA Child Care Personnel Policies.
• Supervises staff, as needed in the absence of the Site Supervisor, for the purpose of maximizing their efficiency and meeting work requirements.
• Adheres to the Child Abuse & Neglect Reporting requirements which mandate by law all child care personnel to report suspicions of child abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The YMCA requires employees to follow the internal reporting procedures with the assistance of the Program Managers.
• Ensures that the proper staffs to child ratios are maintained at all times and reports discrepancies to the Site Supervisor as needed.
Adheres to the YMCA of South Florida's Risk Management procedures which requires that all incidents and accidents are reported within 24 hours to the Program Director and/ or Executive Director.
Time Management
• Works 90% of schedule on the desk/ Hands-on role
• 50% - Focused on executing Association protocols and performance metrics; team performance; reduction in cancellations
• 40% - Customer Service
• 10% -Administrative duties (scheduling, payroll, etc.)
Position Expectations
Ensures the team meets/exceed sales, revenue targets, net unit growth every month
YMCA COMPETENCIES (i.e. Leader, Team Leader, Multi-Team/ Branch Leader):
Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Y's values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA's efforts for all stakeholders. Implements effective systems to develop volunteers at program and fundraising leadership levels.
Collaboration: Develops strategies to ensure staff and volunteers reflect the community. Builds and nurtures strategic relationships to enhance support for the YMCA. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Provides tools and resources for the development of others.
Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Involves members and community in the development of programs and activities. Ensures execution of plans. Institutes sound accounting procedures and financial controls. Assigns clear accountability and ensures continuous improvement.
Personal Growth: Fosters a learning environment embracing diverse abilities and approaches. Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. 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, Skills and Abilities/ Position Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years' work experience in a licensed childcare/day camp facility which includes direct contact with children and supervision of staff.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate to both children and adults; understand, practice and model YMCA Character Development values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
• Upon hire the Assistant Site Supervisor must have completed and hold certificates in:
• The Thirty (30) Hour Training Requirement consisting of (a) Child Growth and Development, (b) Health, Safety and Nutrition, (c) Child Care Facility State and Local Rules and Regulations, (d) Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect, and (e) Behavior Observation and Assessment.
• The Ten {10) Hour Developmentally Appropriate Module (preferred- School-Age-Appropriate Practices).
• Eight (8) Hours of in-service in working with children with Special Needs, or the Ten (10) Hour Special Needs Appropriate Practices Module.
• Current CPR and First Aid certificates by the time of employment or within ninety (90) days from the date of hire.
It is the responsibility of the Assistant Site Supervisor to complete and maintain all necessary certifications, within the proper time frame, as set forth by either the licensing agency, State of Florida or the YMCA of South Florida.
Position Profile
• Exemplary leadership and reliability; a positive role model.
• Personable personality to work well with others and develop good relationships with parents, children, colleagues, and YMCA Partners.
• Innate ability in using good judgement to respond to emergencies or difficult situations.
• Outgoing personality enjoys speaking to people.
• Strong communication skill.
• Time and priority management. Ability to delegate.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essentials functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Indoor and outdoor facilities (e.g. childcare and recreational sites); exposure to heat, cold, work on slippery or uneven surfaces.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
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. The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.
• Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee must occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the
ability to adjust focus.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Employment at the YMCA is at-will. It is purely voluntary, based Lipan the consent of both the Association and the staff member. No expressed or implied contractual rights should be inferred from this job description.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to submit to and satisfactorily clear a thorough Level II fingerprint background screening.
As a Drug-Free Employer, all new hires must successfully complete a drug test. Please note Medical Marijuana cards are not accepted and do not exempt you from successfully passing your drug test.
The YMCA of South Florida is committed to the policy of Equal Opportunity prohibiting discrimination in the workplace because of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age or disability.
In accordance with House Bill 531 (2025) the Department of Children and Families require employers to make the “Care Provider Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness” website link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com available to all potential candidates receiving a background check via the Clearinghouse.