This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. The Child Watch Attendant at the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA provides supervision to children in the YMCA Child Watch Program. Maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals.The Child Watch Attendant assures the well-being for each participant while using YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

** Position requires evening and weekend availability **

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with members, colleagues, guests, volunteers, and vendors.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members, program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA, and encourages family involvement.
• Provides excellent service to members, guests, and program participants that fosters trust in the care the Y provides.
• Ensures that children, program areas, and equipment are kept clean and safe.
• Maintains physical presence, remains alert at all times while on duty, maintains constant visual attention to children in the care of the Y, and remains aware of surroundings.
• Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on Membership and member engagement that fosters loyalty among those we serve.
• Follows all Child Watch procedures and guidelines including those pertaining to health and safety, child supervision, drop-off/pick-up, attendance, forms, reports, and staff expectations as required by the YMCA and the state health department.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, and those for the prevention of child abuse and the rule of three.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.

YMCA Leadership Competencies

Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.

Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.

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.

Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.