Provides safe and enjoyable childcare for members and their infants, toddlers, pre-school and school age children.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• In cooperation with other staff members, plans and supervises the activities of children.
• Communicates and maintains personal contact with parents to discuss achievements and concerns related to their child’s care.
• Responds seriously and confidentially to suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and follows mandated reporting requirements related to abuse.
• Performs general housekeeping tasks to setup/cleanup the Child Watch Center and maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Documents and notifies Child Watch Coordinator and/or Director of incidents/accident, damaged equipment and supply needs.
• Receives and carries out instructions.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance. Secures a substitute if unable to cover scheduled shift and notifies Coordinator or Director of schedule substitutions prior to the change.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to read, write, talk, see and hear.
• Ability to plan and initiate age appropriate games and activities.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks at one time.
• Remains knowledgeable of state licensing requirements to ensure all regulations are followed as needed.
• Possesses a strong understanding of the YMCA and its purpose, mission and values. Demonstrates this understanding through behavior and actions that support the purpose, mission and values.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Previous experience working with youth.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

CPR, AED and First Aid Certified