Membership Childwatch Staff

YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth • Fort Worth, TX

2d

About The Position

The Childwatch Attendant provides a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children in the YMCA playhouse area. The role includes ensuring children’s well-being, leading activities, and maintaining a clean and organized space. It requires a passion for working with children, strong communication skills, and the ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies.

The employee also performs other reasonable association duties and is responsible for implementing policies, procedures, and standards established by YMCA leadership. The job description may be revised at management’s discretion and is not a written or implied contract.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 16 years.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with children in early education, camp, or similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in the playhouse area at all times.
• Ensure children’s safety and well-being by following YMCA policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular headcounts and monitor activities to help prevent accidents and injuries.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies or incidents.
• Adapt activities to the needs and interests of individual children and the group.
• Greet parents and children warmly upon arrival and departure.
• Communicate with parents about their child’s experience and any issues or concerns.
• Provide the Program Director with feedback on program success and areas for improvement.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized playhouse area.
• Regularly sanitize toys, equipment, and surfaces to help prevent the spread of germs.
• Keep supplies stocked and report needs to the Program Director.
• Maintain accurate attendance records.
• Immediately report incidents, accidents, or concerns to the Program Director.
• Perform other reasonable association duties and implement applicable policies, procedures, and standards.

Benefits

• YMCA membership.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed