Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and families in your community? Do you thrive in environments that promote growth, learning and fun? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Child Watch staff at the YMCA.

At the YMCA, we believe in nurturing the potential of every child, and our Drop-In Child Watch program plays a crucial role in supporting families by providing a safe and engaging environment for their children while they utilize our facility.

Under the direction of the Assistant Membership Director and the Senior Director of Youth programs and in accordance with Association policies, Child Watch staff is responsible for providing top notch service in our daily operations of the Child Watch area, as well as providing a safe and nurturing environment for children.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise children 6 weeks - 7 years of age.
• Represent the department by handling communications with parents and members.
• Identify individual needs of children and provide care accordingly.
• Encourage and involve children in appropriate group and/or individual play.
• Model and explain appropriate behavior. Address and redirect inappropriate behavior of children.
• Maintain participant attendance, emergency records and other documentation as assigned.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of equipment and facilities.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and participants providing motivational support and guidance.
• At the discretion of the Child Watch Coordinator, attend staff meetings, workshops and seminars to increase knowledge and skills.
• Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
• Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Exemplifies the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of job performance and in relationships with others.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Individuals in this job must have a passion for working with children and are at least 15 years old and have the following abilities: effectively communicate with members, parents, and children; exercise sound, mature judgment and stay alert to potential safety and security problems. Must be able to work with parents and children of diverse backgrounds, lift a minimum of 25 pounds, stand for extended periods of time, as well as sit on floor, bend, reach and actively engage with children on their level. Must be able to effectively communicate information of YMCA programs to members and participants. Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to think and act quickly in emergency situations.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Experience with Children: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person