Child Watch Attendant

Description

This position is responsible to help support the City of Merriam's mission in helping to present a safe, clean, friendly, and fun child care environment for children 6 weeks and older, performing duties in a safe manner, while promoting the City of Merriam's values.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Actively supervises children by providing safe, fun, clean, and nurturing environment as well as provides a positive partnership with parent / guardians of the children
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of each child under supervision Maintain visual and auditory supervision at all times
• Advise parents in regard to policies and procedures of child watch room and maintain a positive rapport with parents and patrons
• Perform duties and responsibilities in compliance with established Center policy for staff-to-child ratio and age limits
• Strict compliance with the Center policy for check-in and check-out procedures
• Complete accident reports and informs supervisor and / or director immediately
• Report complaints / comments to supervisor
• Attend required meetings and trainings
• Maintains clean environment; performs janitorial duties as required or assigned to include body fluid cleanup, sanitizing, and light housekeeping
• Provides basic first aid, when necessary
• Assist program staff with events / programs / special events preparation both indoor and outdoor
• Promote the values of the City at all times Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience

Adult, Child and Infant First Aid and CPR Certifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities