Child Care Provider - Seasonal

Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake•Casco, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Migis Lodge is hiring Child Care providers for our summer programs. We operate 4 different programs: Kid's Camp from 11am to 4pm daily for children ages 4-6; Adventure Camp from 11am to 4pm daily for children ages. 7-11; The Zoo our children's dinner program daily from 5:30 to 9pm for children of any age; private sitting daily for families who want child care outside of our other programs. Housing is not available for this position at this time.

Requirements

Previous experience working with children required.
Must be eligible to work in the United States of America
Must be at least 16 years old
Must have the ability to communicate in English, both orally and written, with children and adults, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy
Must be able to multi-task and have the ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations
Frequent hand-washing.
Active listening and observation skills.

Nice To Haves

Creative, fun, active, and outgoing people who want to bring happiness to our youngest guests vacations.
Trustworthy and have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Applicants 16 and older can work in any aspect of our program; 14 and 15 year old applicants may be considered, but have more limited responsibilities.
Background checks are required for all candidates who are offered a position.

Responsibilities

Responsible for looking after children in the absence of parents ; providing them with a safe environment and entertainment to create lasting memories of their time at Migis Lodge.
Introducing the children to all the programs offered on property.
Organize, take part and engage children in structured activities.
Maintain a safe environment for child
Create a positive child care atmosphere
Competent in water with swimming and watching children
Be physically able to stay at children's pace
Knowledgeable in treating minor wounds
Responsible for bodily fluids of the child you are watching
Cleaning up any space used during activities
Provide dedicated services to one guest family per week or shorter stay guests.
If not assigned to one family, assist as assigned as part of kids camp or zoo program as needed.
Available to provide extra child care to the family when needed outside of scheduled programs
Prepare activities and play games
Be sure you understand all safety standards and emergency communication procedures established by supervisors/managers
Handle and communicate guest requests, special needs, guest complaints in a professional manner.
Label and submit all lost and found items according to property procedures.
Understand personal sanitation , the use of personal protective equipment and how to handle unsanitary linens, bodily fluids, etc.
Be aware of ways to prevent personal injury from improper reaching, lifting, stretching and carrying.
Be aware of allergy/health concerns of each child in your care.
Be aware of the dangers of cross contamination issues.
Know who to notify in case of broken equipment or unsafe/unsanitary conditions.
Manually handle/lift /carry up to 50 pounds between knee and shoulders.
May be required to be vertically mobile working for entire shift.
Protect the assets of this property and Migis Hotel Group.