Kids Zone Counselor

About the role

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. This is an On-site, Part-Time Position with variable scheduling during Kid Zone hours.

Responsibilities

Facilitate group games, arts and STEM in a drop-in care program, and develop and implement program activities while building positive relationships with members, participants, and guests.

• Supervises a group of children to ensure their health, safety and to provide a positive experience for each child.
• Implements program activities and 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.
• Ensures that toys and equipment are clean, safe, set up and stored properly.
• Attends staff meetings and training programs as required.

Qualifications

We're looking for applicants who are 16 years of age or older, with six months or more previous experience working with children. Ability to model and demonstrate Y values; caring, respect, responsibility and honesty is required.

• 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.
• Experience planning and implementing group activities preferred.
• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.).

Skills

You'll be a great fit for the Seattle Y if you thrive on working in a collaborative environment, are very adaptable, have high ownership and strong work ethic, are a great problem solver who can think on your feet, and truly enjoy being of service to people.

Benefits

What you'll get from working at the Y includes membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement with generous employer contributions, free access to mental health resources, and rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO).

• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs (25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff).

Pay

Compensation is $21.30/hour.

Schedule

Kid Zone hours of operation/shift options are Monday-Friday: 8:30 am-11:30 am, Monday-Thursday: 4:30-7:30 pm, and Saturday: 8:30 am-11:45 am.