Childwatch/YKids Attendant (Mornings)

YMCA•Homewood, AL

1d•$11 - $11

About The Position

The YMCA focuses on strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Under the supervision of the Family Life Director, the Childwatch/YKids Attendant is responsible for group control, the safety of the children attending, and following association lesson plans. He/She also serves as a role model by exemplifying high standards and values. Delivers a quality experience to children, members, and guests focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years old
This position requires a desire to work with children.
The incumbent must be a positive role model for children.
He/She must lead, control, and inspire the children with warmth, clear instruction, a positive attitude, and appropriate firmness.
This position requires an understanding of and a commitment to the total effort of the YMCA mission and the Christian principles upon which it was founded.
Successful completion of background & Child Abuse & Neglect screening
Acquire and maintain the following certifications before the start date via YMCA, American Red Cross, American Heart Association, and American Health and Safety Institute (ASHI): First Aid/CPR /AED (valid 2 years unless otherwise noted)
Requisite Online Training Modules (completed before the start date and repeated annually).
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to the environment or special accommodations made of sufficient nature to complete assigned tasks.
Ability to communicate clearly through speech and understanding of the English language.
Ability to walk, stand, kneel, stoop, manual dexterity, and lift a maximum of 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Supervise children in all Childwatch/YKIDS usage areas. Maintain line of sight and sound at all times.
Helps plan, leads, and participates in all activities by providing direction and motivation for all children in the program
Remains flexible as needs change.
Maintains an open line of communication with supervisors, parents, and children. Maintains a positive attitude and serves as a positive role model.
Responsible for the safety and well-being of all children in the program, including changing diapers, toileting assistance, and infant feedings.
Engages professionally with parents/members at drop off and pick up.
Provides direction and motivation for children in the program.
Responsible for being proactive in all aspects of the program and watching for safety concerns or opportunities to engage with children/parents.
Helps ensure that the youth program operates in accordance with all safety and childcare standards.
Attends all staff meetings and required training programs.
Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
Must be available to work during Kids Night Out and other planned youth activities/events
Flexible to work with all age groups and programs provided by Childwatch/YKIDS
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children and teens
Attend required abuse risk management training annually
Adhere to procedures for managing high-risk activities and supervising children and teens.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.