What are the responsibilities and job description for the KidZone Youth Leader position at Old Colony YMCA?
Do you enjoy working with Kids? Do you want to work in a fun environment while making a difference? Old Colony YMCA Plymouth Branch is looking for you to join our team. We are hiring for Kidzone which is our onsite child care for members while they work out. Shifts are M-F 8:00a-12:00p M-Th 4:45 p-7:15p and Sat/Sun 8:00-12:00
Program/Department Employee Responsibilities
- Provide friendly courteous service to all members and clients of the Old Colony Y
- Contribute to a positive work environment by illustrating pride in the job, enthusiasm, and cooperation with co-workers
- Ensure KidZone is clearly following Old Colony YMCA monthly themes and that there is enthusiastic representation of the monthly Association project
- Ensure KidZone is a medium for purposeful communication with participants regarding program, membership and event priorities and work to connect KidZone families to opportunities that will best fit their needs
- Supervise children ages 6 weeks to 8 years olf left in his/her care in a healthy, safe environment and ensure children are participating in fun and constructive activities
- Maintain appropriate behavior management of children at all times in accordance with the Old Colony Y Child Care Policy
- Keep accurate daily attendance records (be sure children and caregivers abide by sign-in and out policies)
- Understand the branch Emergency Procedures, participate in drills, and maintain safety at all times (Including accurate registration records)
- Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor, branch leadership on duty, and via Logic Manager immediately.
- Attend required staff meetings and complete any trainings related to job
- Work with fellow KidZone staff to actively supervise children from all angles, always actively discussing and minimizing potential blind spots, etc.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 16 years of age
- Must enjoy working with and building assets in children
- Clear communication skills
- Current CPR and First Aid Certifications-must obtain within 30 days of hire
- Physical ability to lift small children up to 40 lbs.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk and bend throughout the work day.
Members of the KidZone staff will represent the Old Colony Y in an enthusiastic and positive manner, resulting in friendly, convenient, and courteous service. Staff will be responsible for understanding the integral role of KidZone in the overall member experience and will provide quality supervision and care at all times for the children in his/her care. KidZone Staff will keep the environment clean, safe, and attractive at all times. S/he will uphold the code of conduct and will ensure that all areas of the job responsibilities reflect the mission of the Old Colony Y. The KidZone staff will display and encourage the character traits of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty in the fulfillment of job duties.