Y Play- Child Watch

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.  The child care staff provides a quality experience for children that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. They will implement and facilitate purposeful activities at the site for their designated group.  They support the YMCA’s promise to strengthen community by interacting with members in a positive and meaningful way.

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:

1. Supervise all children in a designated group to ensure safety.
2. Maintain and possess accurate attendance at all times including bathroom breaks and every transition. Conduct face to name attendance verification.
3. Communicate and document children’s injuries and incidents according to policies and procedures.
4. Use positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate behavior.
5. Cultivate relationships by establishing a positive rapport with children, parents, volunteers, staff.
6. Create a nurturing and safe environment. 
7. Keep supplies organized, maintain and clean facility, and care for equipment.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Inclusion

Collaboration

Communication and Influence

Developing Other and Self

Emotional Maturity

Functional Expertise

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 16 years of age. 
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of 
   hire date.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred.
• Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

• Education:  Must be currently enrolled in high school or have a high school diploma, a certificate of completion, a GED or be enrolled in and attending GED classes and successfully complete within two years of employment. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be on their feet for extended periods of time and be must able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 
• Must be mentally alert and be able to process and follow directions.
• Must be able to watch, listen, and facilitate group activities.
• Must be able to be outdoors when applicable.