B.A.S.E. Program Assistant

Join Our Team as a School Age Childcare Program Assistant! 

Are you energetic, creative, and love working with kids? Do you believe in the power of play, learning, and laughter? The YMCA is looking for enthusiastic team players to join our School Age Childcare program — a safe, fun, and enriching environment for children before and after school.

What You’ll Do:

• Help create a positive, nurturing, and engaging environment for children ages 5–12

• Assist with homework, games, arts & crafts, and active play

• Build relationships with children, parents, and fellow staff

• Support the planning and delivery of age-appropriate activities

• Ensure safety, supervision, and smiles are always a top priority!

What We’re Looking For:

• Passion for working with kids and making a difference

• Positive attitude, reliability, and a team spirit

• Experience in childcare or youth programs is a plus

• Must meet state licensing requirements (we can help you get there!)

• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join the Y?

• A fun, inclusive workplace where you can grow

• Free YMCA membership and discounts on programs

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Opportunity to be a role model and create lasting impact

• Make a difference — every single day

This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. If you’re ready to bring your energy and heart to our team, we’d love to meet you!

👉 Apply today and help shape the future — one child at a time.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

Everything we do at the YMCA is based on the ideal that everyone should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or identity, diverse abilities, age, religion, socioeconomic status or any other statuses or identities. Our work is focused on eliminating barriers to access, eliminating disparities in health, providing educational support, supporting working families, and growing our next generation of change makers for our country.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Advancing our Mission & Cause: Engaging Community

Building Relationships: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, Inclusion

Leading Operations: Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Functional Expertise, Innovation

Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others, Emotional Maturity

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. At least 18 years of age.
2. High School Diploma or equivalent
3.  Have completed twelve college credits in any one hundred-level or above college coursework or equivalent as approved and verified in the electronic workforce registry by DCYF within five years of hire or promoted into this position.
4. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
5. COVID-19 Vaccination Preferred
6. Complete Pre-Hire requirements
   1. Complete and pass DCYF background check
   2. Negative TB