Child Watch Attendant - CCE

YMCA OF COASTAL CAROLINA • Litchfield Beach, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the YMCA of Coastal Carolina, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Child Watch Attendant for the YMCA of Coastal Carolina provides direction for the children in the child watch area, along with a safe, healthy, welcoming and entertaining environment for children of our members and guests.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience caring for infants, toddlers, or young children in a childcare, educational, camp, or recreational setting preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of varying ages and developmental stages.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children, parents, members, and coworkers.
• Ability to remain calm, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately in emergency or challenging situations.
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment for all families.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED, and Child Abuse Prevention certifications, or the ability to obtain required certifications within established YMCA timeframes.
• Must successfully complete all required background screenings and comply with YMCA child protection policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience caring for infants, toddlers, or young children in a childcare, educational, camp, or recreational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cares for participating children ages infant and older.
• Perform opening and closing procedures.
• Maintains a safe environment through cleaning and sanitizing toys, organizing the toys and equipment and removing any broken or defective toys or equipment and notifying supervisor.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents.
• Engages parents and connects them to the YMCA.
• Maintains required program records through ensuring all children are properly signed in and out.
• Attend all trainings and staff meetings, as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED