What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kid Zone Staff position at The Summit Area YMCA?
Description
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.
We are seeking responsible and energetic individuals to join our Kidzone team in Summit and Berkeley Heights. This is a year-round position (not just for the summer!) with evening and weekend shifts. If you love working with children and creating a safe, engaging environment, we’d love to hear from you!
But first, you might be asking yourself, what is Kid Zone?
Kid Zone is a drop-in program that provides members with childcare while they work out or participate in other programs or classes at the Y like group exercise, swimming, personal training and more. The children play inside, do craft projects, enjoy games, sports, and more in a safe, healthy, and fun environment, under the care of our loving staff (possibly you!). Kid Zone is available to care for children as young as 6 weeks to 12 years of age.
You Might Be the Right Candidate if you:
- Are engaged, energetic, and enthusiastic
- Have a knack for balancing safety and fun
- Genuinely love being around children, making a positive difference in their lives, and helping them grow, thrive, and celebrate their awesome selves
- Communicate effectively and can make anyone laugh
- Have availability to work at both the Summit YMCA and Berkeley Heights YMCA Branches.
Responsibilities:
- Greet parents and children into the room with a welcoming smile
- Supervise and interact with children in a safe and engaging manner
- Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities
- Maintain a clean and organized child watch area
- Communicate effectively with parents and staff
Salary & Benefits:
The salary for this position starts at $17.00 per hour, based on experience. This position is part time with the ability to work up to 25 hours each week. Available shifts include Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 5:00pm-7:30pm and Weekends 9am- 12pm. Employees must commit to working at least two shifts each week, including at least one weekend shift.
The Summit Area YMCA offers generous employee benefits. Part-time benefits include a free YMCA membership, discounts on Y family membership, and an 12% contribution to the YMCA retirement plan upon eligibility.
At the Summit Area YMCA, we are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or religious affiliation. Our main purpose is to strengthen community. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone can reach their full potential and we strive to live our cause with purpose every day. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we believe that we’re stronger when we come together.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Previous experience working with children preferred
- Must be at least 18 years old.
About the Summit Area YMCA:
We were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1886, but today, we are The Y. Part of a world-class organization, we are one of the area’s leading nonprofits, that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. The Summit Area YMCA is committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving health and well-being, and inspiring action in and across communities. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and generations, we ensure that we all have access to the opportunities, relationships, and resources necessary to learn, grow and thrive.
Salary : $17 - $19
