Child Watch/Kids Club Attendant

About the Role

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Childwatch Attendant provides direction and supervision to infants, preschool-age children, and children up to 12 years of age during temporary childcare. The role includes leading programmed activities.

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.

Responsibilities

• Greet parents and children and communicate ChildWatch/Kids Club policies and guidelines.
• Change diapers as needed.
• Implement a weekly program that includes themes, games, stories, crafts, circle times, and special events.
• Supervise and participate with children during all large and small group activities. ChildWatch includes children from ages 6 weeks to 6 years old; Kids Club includes children from ages 6 to 12 years old.
• Maintain respect of the child while providing age-appropriate discipline and guidance.
• Possess a working knowledge of safety and emergency procedures, exercise sound judgment, and report unsafe conditions to a supervisor immediately.
• Demonstrate proper care, storage of equipment and supplies, and cleaning of the environment.
• Communicate effectively and exhibit a professional attitude with staff, parents, and children.
• Serve as Primary Responder for all accidents and incidents.
• Complete routine and required forms, including attendance records, observation records, and incident and injury reports.
• May be required to work hours outside of the normal schedule for staff meetings, trainings, extended program hours, parent nights, or association events.
• Maintain required child and member safety trainings as directed by a supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Leadership Competencies

• Collaboration
• Developing Others
• Emotional Maturity

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age with at least 6 months of childcare experience preferred.
• A High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• Child Abuse Prevention training and certifications required before the first shift.
• Safety and prevention trainings required to be completed annually.
• Certifications required within the first 60 days of hire: YMCA-approved basic life-saving skills such as CPR, First Aid, and AED.
• Must be able to establish and maintain harmonious relationships by promoting caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with staff, YMCA members, and program participants.
• Must be a positive role model to children and display emotional maturity and stability at all times.
• Previous experience with diverse populations.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work is performed in an active environment.
• Must have the ability to communicate with staff, children, and parents.
• Requires high levels of attention and alertness.
• Visual acuity is required for child supervision.
• Repetitive stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods, as well as run and participate in sports.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.