Child Watch Staff - Weekends
About The Position
Child Watch Staff implement a safe, positive environment for children participating in the Kids’ Club program. The role focuses on child safety, positive behavior management, communication with parents, maintaining appropriate staff-to-child ratios, and meeting program quality standards. Staff follow YMCA policies and risk management procedures, keep the program area clean and free of hazards, and report safety, non-compliance, or suspected abuse and neglect concerns as required. The position also involves supporting a positive, collaborative team environment, serving as a role model for children and staff, and attending required meetings or trainings. The position is part-time and located at 14 Allen Raymond Lane in Westport, Connecticut. The stated pay range is $17.50–$19.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Child care experience.
- Experience working with young children.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be at least 16 years old or hold a high school diploma.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety of all children.
- Communicate with parents about their child’s experience in Kids’ Club.
- Maintain the proper staff-to-child ratio, including finding substitutes when absent and remaining in the Kids’ Club area until a replacement arrives.
- Meet all quality standards in the program area.
- Notify the Director of Membership of safety or non-compliance issues.
- Attend meetings or trainings as required.
- Operate programs with participant safety in mind and follow applicable risk management policies.
- Follow all Westport Weston Family YMCA policies and procedures.
- Foster a positive, team-oriented environment and encourage staff growth and development.
- Serve as a positive role model for children and other staff.
- Keep the program area clean and free from potential hazards.
- Follow the YMCA’s behavior management policy, focus on positive behaviors, and help children work through difficulties.
- Immediately report suspected cases of abuse or neglect to the Director of Membership.
- Perform other duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
