Birthday Party Lead

Saratoga Regional YMCA•Saratoga Springs, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Saratoga Regional YMCA is hiring for a Birthday Party Host Lead. This position provides direct supervision of a group of children attending birthday parties. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and promotes safety in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years old.
2+ years childcare experience.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR PRO & First Aid certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Serves as leader and engages the birthday child, their families and guests
Supervises the activities of children and assists with programming.
Performs general housekeeping tasks, including set up and break down of the birthday party.
Organizes and puts away needed equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
Ensures the safety and well-being of each child under their supervision and maintains a creative and playful atmosphere for all participants
Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
Mentors and leads Party Host 1. Assists with onboarding and training of new staff members.
Supports with administrative duties as assigned
Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
Completes incident and accident reports as necessary
Enforces and leads all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, completes related reports as required
Builds effective, authentic relationships with members; helps them connect with each other and the Y. Identifies potential volunteers. Trains and supervises volunteers as assigned
Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of the YMCA and our three areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility
Ability to articulate and model the Y’s four core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Attends all staff meetings and in-service training
Wear required and approved uniform items at all time
Performs other duties as assigned