What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stay & Play Staff - Southeast Family YMCA position at Heart of the Valley YMCA?
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work involves the supervision of children age 8 weeks to 12 years old. Employee must have the ability to provide a safe, constructive environment for children while parent/guardian is participating in activities elsewhere in the facility.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
- Communicate and promote the YMCA mission, goals and objectives to children, parents and community at large.
- Provides excellent service to members, guests, and program participants.
- Supervise children in the day-to-day operations of the Y-Tikes and Y-Zone center, which includes the changing of diapers, wiping noses, playing with children, offering a drink or snack.
- Provide for and lead children in structured activities.
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children/youth.
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Help with special event programs.
- Communicate supply and maintenance need to Y-Tikes and Y-Zone Center.
- Communicate with Childwatch Coordinator any concerns.
- Communicate with the front desk to ensure smooth flow of information concerning programs, holiday hours, special events and facility rentals.
- Ensure that all areas are clean and safe at all times.
- Ensure that all safety inspection reports are complete and accurate.
- Ensure that all paper work is completely filled out and properly filed.
- Provide a quality experience for children and families.
- Open the child watch center on time each shift. This requires that child watch staff will be at their duty station 10 minutes before each shift begins.
- Ensure that an accurate sign in/out log and file log sheets will be completed at the end of each shift.
- Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the Youth and Family Services Director.
EXPERIENCE/PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Willingness to carry out the mission of the YMCA and its programs.
- Ability to see that all business and safety records and procedures set up by the corporation are completed accurately within the defined time schedule.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain all personal certifications needed to serve in this position.
- Ability to interpret, as well as, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and utilize initiative, ability to be organized and to meet deadlines.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Work to continue personal competency through education, outside literature, seminars, etc.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- Certifications required within 60 days of hire: CPR and First Aid.
- At least 16 years old
- Minimum of 1-year experience working with children ages 2 months to 12 years old.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Able to work as a team leader and builder/member.
- Has a leadership presence in all situations.
- Able to work with diverse populations.
- Professional appearance and behavior.
- Able to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Able to research, analyze and solve problems.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Positive attitude.
- Adhere to drug free/tobacco free workplace policy.
- Desire to work in a YMCA setting in accordance with the YMCA mission.
Salary : $10 - $12