CHILD WATCH ATTENDANT

Description

Job Title: Child Watch Attendant                                       

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Date Prepared: 09/05/2019

Reports to: School Age Child Care Director or Membership Director     

Leadership Level: Staff

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. Under the direction and supervision of the School Age Child Care or Membership Director, the Child Watch Attendant will supervise and guide 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.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

     Perform excellent service to all members, staff, volunteers and guests.

     Build relationships by using names and initiating conversations with all members, staff, volunteers and guests.

     Communicate with supervisor, staff, members, guests, and volunteers in a clear, concise and positive manner.

     Understands, supports and is committed to the YMCA cause and our role in the community as a leader in Youth Development, Healthy Living             and Social Responsibility.   

     Understands, follows and demonstrates the Y Competencies listed below.

     Attend all required department meetings/trainings.

     Punch in and out for required shifts and review time card to verify accuracy.

     Notify supervisor in advance when unable to work scheduled shift.

     Responsible for assuring high standards of program quality, and safety in accordance with YMCA safety and risk management policies.

     Follow all policies and procedures as set forth in the employee handbook, department handbook and the emergency response plan manual.

     Act as a positive role model while implementing YMCA character development and following the four core values of Caring, Honesty,

     Responsibility, and Respect.

     Help build awareness that the Y is a charitable organization.

     Be ready to initiate activities, participate in activities and interact with children.

     Maintain appropriate records as required by the Child Watch Program Policies.

     Possess working knowledge of child abuse and neglect laws and proper reporting procedures.

     Possess working knowledge of YMCA mission, purpose, and goals.

     Know all emergency procedures.

     Use positive guidance techniques.

     Provide environment which promotes smooth and orderly transition.

    Conduct self in a professional, responsible manner.

    Perform other related duties as assigned by your supervisor or CEO.

Is committed to maintaining a workplace free from all forms of harassment

Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youth.

Attends required abuse risk management training.

Adheres to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.

Reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.

Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
• Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
• Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
• Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training & Work Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Certifications

• Ability to respond to common inquires or complaints from participants, members, staff, administration, or the general public. 
• Must be over the age of 18 years old.
• Ability to write reports that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Must meet all Association-Wide training requirements in addition to those set forth by their Supervisor.
• Must be able to pass a Nationwide Criminal and Sex Offender Registry Background Screening.
• Must ensure that the physical and social environments for program delivery reflect the Y’s definition of character and values

WORK ENVIRONMENT & 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger; handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; and talk to hear.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.