Child Watch Associate- Teen/Family

Essential Functions:

- Supervise children in the Child Watch room and other assigned areas; scan room/area for potential harmful situations.

- Redirect children using positive reinforcement and redirection techniques within the guidelines of the YMCA.

- Engage with and welcome every child within the guidelines of the YMCA.

- Engage with parents in a positive and respectful manner.

- Ensure that all children are dismissed to designated parent/guardian.

- Arrive no more than 10 minutes before the start of the room’s opening and stay until the end of shift, unless otherwise requested by supervisor.

- Clean and maintain the Child Watch, Game Room, and Center at the end of each shift.

- Attend and participate in open houses, program activities and events, staff meetings, and staff training as requested by supervisor.
Requirements/Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Prior experience working with children is preferred.

- Moderate knowledge of the ages and stages of children.

- Excellent interpersonal skills.

- Ability to understand positive guidance and reinforcement techniques.

- Ability to react to emergency situations within the policies and guidelines of the YMCA and in a calm and professional manner.

- Ability to work under minimal supervision and making sound decisions within the guidelines of the YMCA.

- Ability to communicate with a wide variety of members and guests in a professional manner, displaying tact and diplomacy when needed.

Part-Time
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes paid sick leave, a legal plan, disability insurance, life insurance, 12% retirement benefits upon eligibility, a 403 (b) plan, an employee assistance program, professional development opportunities, Metro Y program discounts, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.