Kid Zone Team Member

POSITION PURPOSE The Kid Zone Team Member is responsible for the care and supervision of children while family member(s) are participating in YMCA programs.  Assist in the implementation of daily program activities.  Ensure a safe environment and age appropriate activities.  Monitoring children and being aware of their whereabouts at all times. Serve as a leader in customer service and program delivery.  Provide supervision of staff as assigned.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Oversee the safety and location of all children at all times. Support and adhere to Child Watch / Kid Zone philosophy and policies. Provide nurturing care that focuses on child development. Actively participate with children in all activities. Ensure proper cleanup and maintenance of toys, materials, supplies and equipment on a daily basis. Encourage children to be involved in constructive activities throughout their stay. Maintain sensitivity and patience with the children and parents and provide care to meet individual child’s needs. Notify babysitting coordinator of any personal or programmatic problems and suggestions. Participate in maintaining accurate and timely records, information and communication to the parents. Greet parent/guardian upon arrival and departure. Ensure proper sign in/out including membership card check at both check in/out. Enforce all Child Watch / Kid Zone rules with parents and children. Report any continued misbehavior to the babysitting coordinator. Supervise Child Watch / Kid Zone staff as assigned. Assist the Child Watch / Kid Zone Coordinator with planning, preparation and implementation of monthly theme activities and schedule. Complete incident reports in accordance with policy and procedure. Attend staff meetings and trainings as required. Participate as a member of the YMCA team and contribute to the attainment of the mission. Perform other related duties as assigned.   ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS Minimum 15 years of age. Experience working with children. Exhibit strong leadership skills. Possess a passion for member service, building and maintaining a culture of member service excellence   OUR CULTURE At the YMCA we value CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY in personal character and behavior and believe that they are essential to attaining our mission.   OUR MISSION To improve lives by connecting people to health, well-being, and to each other.