Job Posting for Out Of School Time Leader at Italian Home for Children
The Out of School Time Leader (OOSTL) is a member of the after school, vacation and summer programs. The (OOSTL) is responsible to provide a productive, interactive and safe environment for Out of School Time program participants. Leaders are expected to be engaged with children at all times. OOSTLs are not only responsible to plan activities but also to actively participate in all program activities. The OOSTL will work in collaboration with other Leaders regarding planning of program schedule, activities and all aspects of programming. OOSTL is responsible for providing the highest quality of care by implementing a nurturing, caring, safe and structured environment for children to thrive and succeed.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title, but additional responsibilities may be required. Employees are expected to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Programming
Engage with children at all times, participate in activities with children. Includes: assisting children with homework, life skills, mentoring, emotional support, on and off campus recreational activities
Responsible to help create program schedule of activities. Required to participate in activities. Prepare for and adhere to daily schedule
Direct supervision and management of children at all times. Close monitoring and observation of the children
Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of the children/clients
Monitor, manage, demonstrate proper and safe running of the afterschool program by providing and ensuring a safe and caring environment. Follow all safety and reporting procedures
Provide behavioral and physical intervention in line with agency training and philosophy
Responsible to monitor cleanliness and appearance of the afterschool space and van
Transportation of clients to and from the Program and to off campus activities
Skilled in working collaboratively with others including respectful and professional interactions with coworkers, children and families
Administration
Complete serious incident and restraint reports as required, follow protocols to inform the Coordinator and/or Director Of Out Of School Time
Responsible for completing daily reports
Prepare and/or assist in generating behavioral reports in all required formats
Ensure efficient and timely record keeping
Essential Qualifications
Commitment to highest quality of care
Patience, empathy, compassion
Minimum of 12 months experience working with children, families, and teachers
Ability to understand and implement agency treatment philosophy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Consistent and strong attention to detail and accuracy; Superior organizational skills
Knowledge of standard office equipment: internet, e-mail, Microsoft Word
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle safely
Confidence and comfort in responding to emergency situations quickly and safely; Maintains calm and can perform in a stressful and fast paced environment
Sound and appropriate judgment
Discretion regarding confidentiality of clients/their histories, families, and co-workers
Strong ability to model, teach and support
Flexibility in action, thinking and scheduling
Extremely reliable
Strong ability to accept and give critical feedback
Follow up and follow through on tasks, able to prioritize
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and adhere to deadlines
Ability to bend, reach, stand, and lift up to 75 pounds
BA Degree in education or related field preferred
Strong commitment to Italian Home’s values, philosophy and mission
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