Childwatch Counselor

YMCA of South Palm Beach County • Boca del Mar, FL

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Preschool Director and in accordance with the general policies, goals and standards established by the YMCA of South Palm Beach County, the Child Development Counselor is responsible for providing a nurturing, well-supervised, engaging and safe environment for children. Must be 16 years at time of hire.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years at time of hire
• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, core values and goals of the YMCA of South Palm Beach County
• Demonstrate an ability to work effectively with people and be a team member.
• Minimum of one year experience with young children.
• The ability to communicate effectively with parents, children, staff, and director.
• The ability to carry out engaging activities each day
• The ability to interact with children in a positive manner
• Must complete successful criminal background check and drug screen

Nice To Haves

• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
• Recruits other volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
• Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations.
• Builds rapport and relates well to others.
• Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
• Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
• Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
• Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings.
• Supports fundraising.
• Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately.
• Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships.
• Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
• Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process.

Responsibilities

• Notify the Child Development leader in the event of an absence
• Attend organized staff meetings
• Together with other child development staff, create activities to keep children active and engaged.
• Help maintain cleanliness and in order in the room
• Participate in cleaning the room and minimal cleaning in the bathroom
• Interact with other children while on the playground

What This Job Offers

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