CHILDWATCH ASSOCIATE

YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina•Wilmington, NC

7d•$12 - $13•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The CWA will provide direction for all children in the program, and implements program activities, as established. The CWA will provide a quality experience to children and parents in a safe environment in a nurturing manner that focuses on building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.

Requirements

CPR & First Aid certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred – minimum age of 16 is required.
Must know how to change a diaper.
Ability to implement and participate in age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities for the children in Child Watch.
Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
Must be able to complete and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid; able to assist individuals in need until professional help arrives.
Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures.
Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors.
Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for all staff, members, and participants.
Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.
Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting

Responsibilities

Implements and participates in activities that develop youth within the established guidelines.
Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
Supervises the children, program space, and all activities including following all procedures and standards.
Maintains a heathy and safe environment for the participating children in Child Watch.
Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.
Maintains program site and equipment.
Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings and staff training.
Disseminates concerns to supervisor immediately.
Helps to promote other YMCA activities and programs.
Maintains required safety practices (i.e., bathroom procedures, sign in /out procedures, etc.)
Performs other duties as assigned.