Fun Days Attendant

Job Title: Fun Days Attendant

FLSA Status: Part Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Youth Development Coordinator

Part-Time Benefits:

• Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
• Paid time off (Accrue 1 hour of paid time off for every 50 hours worked)
• Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller 
• Team member referral program
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities
• Employee assistance program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged

Position Summary

The Fun Days Attendant is required to adhere and implement the mission, goals, and values of the Lake Superior YMCA within the local community. This involves delivering high-quality early childhood education in the YMCA service area. The Fun Days Attendant supervises and guides a child’s development in a safe and healthy environment.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. 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.

Essential Functions

• Provides high quality customer service to all members, guests, and children in Youth Programming.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• In conjunction with the Lead Staff or Youth Development Coordinator, problem solves and responds in an appropriate and respectful manner to any questions or concerns brought forth by members, staff, kids, or guests.
• Lifts to 25 pounds; ability to bend, kneel, twist, squat, walk, stand, and sit
• Troubleshoots problems that arise, appropriately handles all incidents, communicates with supervisors and coworkers clearly and effectively.
• Participates in day-to-day tasks and activities alongside coworkers while following all policies and procedures outlined by the YMCA and Kids Club. Interacts with kids on their level in an age-appropriate manner.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity.

Leadership Competencies

• Collaboration
• Developing Self & Others
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Program & Project Management
• Emotional Maturity

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not supervise Lake Superior YMCA staff or volunteers

Work Environment

Fun Days Attendant works in our Kids Club, gym, community and event rooms, pools and locker rooms, and rock-climbing wall locations. The work will be at least 90% of the time with children throughout these spaces listed.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Fun Days Attendant is expected to work one weekend a month (schedule provided in advance).

Program hours are 6AM – 5PM Saturday and Sunday, once per month.

Additional program hours for the week of Fun Days; bookending the start and end of Day Camp. Attendant would not be required to work full program hours every day.

Fun Days Attendant is a part-time position and hours of work will vary based on the needs and can pick up additional hours in Kids Club.

Travel

This position does not require travel.

Required Education and Experience

• One or more years’ experience working with youth ages 5 – 12 years of age.
• Minimum 16 years of age
• Must pass background check
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training (must receive within 60 days)
• Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School Diploma

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check.

EEO Statement

The Lake Superior YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment with regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• What is a valid email address to be contacted for scheduling an interview?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16