ARTS VISUAL ASSISTANT Job at YMCA of Central New York in Town of Manlius
YMCA of Central New York, Town of Manlius, NY, United States
Job Title: Arts Visual Assistant
Reports To: Arts Studio Director
Work Location: Hal Welsh East Area YMCA
Schedule: Varies
FLSA: Part-time, non-exempt
Salary Range: $15.50/hour
A Career with a Cause:
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
We are for ALL.
Position Summary:
This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization. Under the direction of the Arts Studio Director and the Arts Instructors, the Arts Visual Assistant is a team player who demonstrates strong skills in organization; interpersonal, verbal and written communication; and collaborative relationships. The Arts Visual Assistant provides leadership and assures the well-being for all, in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies.
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary Range: $15.50/hour, Part-time non-exempt
- YMCA Membership
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assist the Arts Instructor with setting up the studio prior to the start of class; help maintain the cleanliness and organization of the Arts Studio.
- Watch the directions being given to students and help students individually to stay on track with directions.
- Reinforce positive behaviors and creative strides.
- Escort children to the restrooms (at least 2 children each trip) and escort children to and from the Prime Time room.
- Assist in washing students’ hands at the end of class.
- Handle disruptive behaviors in accordance with the Arts Studio Orientation Packet.
- Follow all guidelines and procedures stated in the Arts Studio Orientation Packet.
- Maintain required paperwork for the Arts Studio Director.
- Sustain open communication between the Arts Instructor and the Arts Studio Director.
- All other duties as assigned by the Arts Studio Director of the Arts Instructors.
- High School Diploma.
- Experience working and monitoring children of different age groups.
- Possess and demonstrate excellent organizational, verbal and written communication, interpersonal, decision-making, problem solving and leadership skills.
- Possess and demonstrate ability to work within a team.
- Experience working with children.
- Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment to position.
- Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90 days of employment.
- Must attend and complete Listen First within 90 days of employment.
- Must attend all other required trainings and workshops.
- Program/Project Management: Ensures program or project goals are met and intended impact occurs.
- Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
- Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in such a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
Ability to frequently stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, kneel, bend, reach, balance, crouch, climb and/or balance, reach with hands and arms, handle or feel, stoop, climb a minimum of two flights of stairs (approximately every ½ hour), lift/move and carry approximately 30 pounds, and use hands and fingers. Special vision abilities required close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Occasionally exposed to dusty environment, face masks are supplied for pouring dry glazes, plaster, and any other materials that contain airborne particles. Noise level is moderate. #J-18808-Ljbffr