Kids Zone Counselor
Overview
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.
Job Summary
This is an On-site, Part-Time Position. Variable scheduling during Kid Zone hours. Every day hundreds of children utilize our Kids Zone drop in child care centers within our membership facilities, engaging in activities and building new relationships with our staff and other participants. You will be part of an amazing staff team who provide enrichment and safe supervision, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn. You will be able to develop and implement program activities while also building positive relationships by providing prompt and courteous service to members, participants, and guests. You will also support other programming such as Parents Night Outs, Birthday Parties and Family nights and events.
What You'll Get From Working At The Y
Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Retirement with generous employer contributions
Free access to mental health resources
Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs
Responsibilities
Supervises a group of children to ensure their health, safety and to provide a positive experience for each child.
Implements program activities. May be asked to assist in planning activities.
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
Professionally engages with parents/guardians to provide pertinent information about their child’s experience and to promote upcoming programs.
Sets up and stores toys and equipment properly.
Attends staff meetings and training programs as required.
Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Regularly required to talk or hear
Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Occasionally lifts office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds
Qualifications
16 years of age or older
Six months or more previous experience working with children; camps, child care, tutoring, nanny, coaching
Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered
Ability to model and demonstrate Y values; caring, respect, responsibility and honesty
Experience planning and implementing group activities preferred
Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.)
Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful
Code of Conduct for Applicants
All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements. Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.