Child Watch

Description

Position Summary

Supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Build members and the community’s understanding of the YMCA’s cause and impact. This position creates a safe, enjoyable, culturally aware, and positive environment that promotes wellness and engagement by providing quality experience to children and parents that focus on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. 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:?more than anything else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Builds personal and meaningful relationships with YMCA members, participants, volunteers, and guests. While exemplifying the Y’s commitment to the four-character values of caring, honesty, respect & responsibility and responding to all members and community inquiries promptly. Supervise multiple children and program activities. Helps in creating a warm, friendly environment in which children and families can grow. Follow all YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical response, behavior guidance, child abuse prevention, and emergency situations. Apply sound judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making when addressing child, parent/guardian, or staff situations, escalating concerns to leadership as appropriate. Effectively communicate with parents about their children and the program. Maintains positive relationships and effective communication with parents and staff. Maintains program site and equipment, and program records. Actively take part in fulfilling the Y mission.? Participates in staff meetings, training, and related events as required. Fulfills any functions designated by the YMCA Administration.

Requirements

Qualifications

At least 16 years of age. CPR, First Aid, and Mandatory Safety Training certifications within 45 days of hire. Child Abuse Prevention training and the Y applicable training within 7 days of hire. A desire to work with children in a developmental setting. Ability to implement age-appropriate and developmental-appropriate program activities as directed. Has 2+ years of experience in a Childcare setting is preferred Has 2+ years’ experience in implementing age-appropriate activities is preferred.