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Child Watch Aide (la Central Ymca)

YMCA
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2025

The Child Watch Aide will maintain a safe program for Child Watch participants ages 6 months to 7 years old.

Job Description

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers - to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and "LEAP" career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The La Central YMCA is seeking a Child Watch Aide who will be responsible for maintaining a safe, structured, fun, and value-based program for Child Watch participants ages 6 months to 7 years old.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required. College coursework preferred.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in childcare.
  • Current First Aid / CPR / AED certification.
  • Excellent hospitality and communication skills.
  • Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Essential Functions

  • Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children in the program by providing close supervision of all activities.
  • Supervise program participants, administer recreational activities for children, and address any issues that may arise with parents / guardians.
  • Effectively develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans daily.
  • Provide a safe, fun, and inviting environment for participants in our child watch areas.
  • Work cooperatively with professional staff, coworkers, and other departments.
  • Process new child watch applications, and orientations, record emergency medical information, and maintain attendance and sign-in records.
  • Maintain knowledge of all YMCA programs and services to assist members in the selection of services that meet their individual needs.
  • Design and implement age-appropriate activities for participants.
  • Communicate with families daily about their children's strengths and areas needing attention.
  • Actively participate in all training sessions and designed meetings and special events.
  • Obtain shift coverage when unable to report to work.
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