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This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development,healthylivingand social responsibility.TheChildwatchAttendantgivesdirection and supervision toinfant, preschoolageand children up to 12 years of age of YMCA membersparticipatingin temporary childcare. Will lead programmed activities. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Greet parents and children andcommunicatesChildWatch/KidsClub policies and guidelines. Changesdiapers as needed. Implementsa weekly program that includestheme, games, stories, crafts, circletimesandspecial events. Supervisesandparticipateswith children during all large and small group activities.ChildWatchincudeschildren from ages6 weeksto 6 years old. Kids Club includes children from ages 6 years old to 12 years old. Maintainsrespectofthe childwhile providingdisciplineand guidancefor children thatis ageappropriate. Possessesa working knowledge of safety and emergency procedures and be able to exercise soundjudgment, andreport any unsafe conditions to supervisorimmediately. Demonstratesproper care,storage of equipment and supplies, and cleaning ofenvironment. Communicateseffectively andexhibita professional attitude with all other staff,parentsand children Servesas Primary Responder for all accidents and incidents Completesroutine and required forms to include, but not limitedto:attendance records, observation records and incident and injury reports May berequiredto work hours outside of normal work schedule for staff meetings, trainings, extended program hours, parent nights or association events. Mustmaintainrequired child and member safetytrainingsas directed by supervisor. Other duties as assigned by supervisor LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Developing Others Emotional Maturity QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 16years of age and with at least 6 months of childcare experiencepreferred. A High School Diploma or GED is preferred. Child Abuse Preventiontraining andcertificationsrequiredbefore the first shift. Safety and preventiontrainingsare also required to be completed on an annual basis. Certifications required within the first60 daysof hire:YMCA approved basiclife savingskills such as CPR, First Aid, AED. Must be able toestablishand maintain harmonious relationships by promoting caring, honesty, respect and responsibility with staff, YMCA members, and program participants. Mustbe a positive role model to children anddisplay emotional maturity and stability at all times. Previousexperience with diverse populations.Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with peoplefromdifferent backgrounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is performed in an active environment. Musthave the ability to communicate with staff,childrenand parents. This position requireshigh levelsof attention and alertness.Visual acuity isrequiredfor child supervision. Repetitive stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds isrequired.Abilityto stand and walk forlong periodsat a timearequired,as well as,the ability to run and be able toparticipatein sports. Mustbe able to respond to emergency situations. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development,healthylivingand social responsibility.TheChildwatchAttendantgivesdirection and supervision toinfant, preschoolageand children up to 12 years of age of YMCA membersparticipatingin temporary childcare. Will lead programmed activities. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Greet parents and children andcommunicatesChildWatch/KidsClub policies and guidelines. Changesdiapers as needed. Implementsa weekly program that includestheme, games, stories, crafts, circletimesandspecial events. Supervisesandparticipateswith children during all large and small group activities.ChildWatchincudeschildren from ages6 weeksto 6 years old. Kids Club includes children from ages 6 years old to 12 years old. Maintainsrespectofthe childwhile providingdisciplineand guidancefor children thatis ageappropriate. Possessesa working knowledge of safety and emergency procedures and be able to exercise soundjudgment, andreport any unsafe conditions to supervisorimmediately. Demonstratesproper care,storage of equipment and supplies, and cleaning ofenvironment. Communicateseffectively andexhibita professional attitude with all other staff,parentsand children Servesas Primary Responder for all accidents and incidents Completesroutine and required forms to include, but not limitedto:attendance records, observation records and incident and injury reports May berequiredto work hours outside of normal work schedule for staff meetings, trainings, extended program hours, parent nights or association events. Mustmaintainrequired child and member safetytrainingsas directed by supervisor. Other duties as assigned by supervisor LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Developing Others Emotional Maturity QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 16years of age and with at least 6 months of childcare experiencepreferred. A High School Diploma or GED is preferred. Child Abuse Preventiontraining andcertificationsrequiredbefore the first shift. Safety and preventiontrainingsare also required to be completed on an annual basis. Certifications required within the first60 daysof hire:YMCA approved basiclife savingskills such as CPR, First Aid, AED. Must be able toestablishand maintain harmonious relationships by promoting caring, honesty, respect and responsibility with staff, YMCA members, and program participants. Mustbe a positive role model to children anddisplay emotional maturity and stability at all times. Previousexperience with diverse populations.Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with peoplefromdifferent backgrounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is performed in an active environment. Musthave the ability to communicate with staff,childrenand parents. This position requireshigh levelsof attention and alertness.Visual acuity isrequiredfor child supervision. Repetitive stooping and bending with regular lifting of up to 20 pounds isrequired.Abilityto stand and walk forlong periodsat a timearequired,as well as,the ability to run and be able toparticipatein sports. Mustbe able to respond to emergency situations. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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