What are the responsibilities and job description for the Childwatch Staff position at YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN...?
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires the individual to perform a broad range of activities and duties needing full range of motion, including manual and finger dexterity and hand and eye coordination. The position requires ability to provide excellent service to all members, guests, and program participants. It entails supervision of children while providing them with safe and constructive environment.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work involves the supervision of children age 8 weeks to 12 years old. Employee must have the ability to provide a safe, constructive environment for children while parent/guardian is participating in activities elsewhere in the facility.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
- Communicate and promote the YMCA mission, goals and objectives to children, parents and community at large.
- Provides excellent service to members, guests, and program participants.
- Supervise children in the day-to-day operations of the Y-Tikes and Y-Zone center, which includes the changing of diapers, wiping noses, playing with children, offering a drink or snack.
- Provide for and lead children in structured activities.
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children/youth.
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
- Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
- Help with special event programs.
- Communicate supply and maintenance need to Y-Tikes and Y-Zone Center.
- Communicate with Childwatch Coordinator any concerns.
- Communicate with the front desk to ensure smooth flow of information concerning programs, holiday hours, special events and facility rentals.
- Ensure that all areas are clean and safe at all times.
- Ensure that all safety inspection reports are complete and accurate.
- Ensure that all paper work is completely filled out and properly filed.
- Provide a quality experience for children and families.
- Open the child watch center on time each shift. This requires that child watch staff will be at their duty station 10 minutes before each shift begins.
- Ensure that an accurate sign in/out log and file log sheets will be completed at the end of each shift.
- Responsible for any other duties as assigned by the Youth and Family Services Director.
EXPERIENCE/PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Willingness to carry out the mission of the YMCA and its programs.
- Ability to see that all business and safety records and procedures set up by the corporation are completed accurately within the defined time schedule.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to maintain all personal certifications needed to serve in this position.
- Ability to interpret, as well as, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and utilize initiative, ability to be organized and to meet deadlines.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Work to continue personal competency through education, outside literature, seminars, etc.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS
- Certifications required within 60 days of hire: CPR and First Aid.
- At least 16 years old
- Minimum of 1-year experience working with children ages 2 months to 12 years old.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Able to work as a team leader and builder/member.
- Has a leadership presence in all situations.
- Able to work with diverse populations.
- Professional appearance and behavior.
- Able to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Able to research, analyze and solve problems.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Positive attitude.
- Adhere to drug free/tobacco free workplace policy.
- Desire to work in a YMCA setting in accordance with the YMCA mission.
