Y Kids Associate - Lincoln County Family YMCA

The Lincoln County Family YMCA is looking for a Y Kids Associate to staff.

Employees get a free membership to the YMCA! Morning and Evening shifts available.

Under the direction the Youth Development Director and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA- the child watch staff is responsible for supervising children and leading activities to engage children in play and learning, while ensuring standards of health and safety are met.

 Lead educational, age-appropriate and Christian-valued activities for children in the child watch/parent’s night out program.

 Maintain health, safety and cleanliness standards of the YMCA.

 Provide superior customer service to members and their children.

 Implement assigned programming for member and staff children.

 Maintain accurate records relating to attendance.

 Provide care and supervision of children in the child watch with emphasis on overall safety and wellness

 Communicate appropriately with other staff members in a positive manner

 Attend staff meetings and complete all required trainings.

 Assist with other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

 Minimum of 16 years of age

 High school diploma or equivalent preferred

 Prior experience working with children or in a related field preferred

 Ability to work well with children of various ages and abilities

 Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

 Ability to handle multiple tasks

 Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule

 Capable of working as a team player

 Ability to maintain safe environment

Physical Requirements:

 Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.

 Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.

 Must be able to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.

 Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.

 Requires bending, pulling, crouching, leaning, kneeling, and walking, pushing, climbing, and jumping.

 Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in such a way as to be easily understood by children, staff and parents.

 Visual and auditory ability to supervise and respond to critical situations with children.

 Must be able to move freely and quickly through the facility and alternate program locations including outdoors and field trips.

Effect on End Result:
The effectiveness of the incumbent’s performance may be measured by:

 The safety of all children in the assigned area

 The positive impact the program has on participants, parents, and the branch

 The pleasant environment and smooth operation of the child watch and parents night out program'
'Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• Childcare Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lincolnton, NC 28092: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11 - $12