Childwatch

YMCA OF PAWTUCKET•Pawtucket, RI

5d•$16

About The Position

Under the direction of the Childcare Director, the associate will be responsible for providing a safe, enriching and healthy environment. You will also be assisting and implementing new programs within the child-watch areas to provide growth, learning and fun activities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist with day to day operation of Child-Watch Implement a program that is developmentally age appropriate, meeting the needs of the children in the group. Maintain ratio at all times Provide careful, attentive supervision and is alert at all times Maintains a high standard of cleanliness and preparation Promotes a team concept through positive approach with other staff members Communicates well with program members in a positive manner at all times. Demonstrates appropriate decision making abilities Upholds and exemplifies the YMCA’s core values, Building character, Healthy Spirit, Mind, and Body. Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Child Watch Staff (Competencies for “Leader”): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Requirements

Must possess oral, auditory and written communications skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults
Adult and child CPR or CPR/PR, First Aid, and AED Certifications within 30 days of hire date.
Minimum 16 years of age
Must be able to diapering and toileting child as needed.
Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
Must be able to lift and carry/or assist children us to 50 pounds in weight
Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency

Responsibilities

Assist with day to day operation of Child-Watch
Implement a program that is developmentally age appropriate, meeting the needs of the children in the group.
Maintain ratio at all times
Provide careful, attentive supervision and is alert at all times
Maintains a high standard of cleanliness and preparation
Promotes a team concept through positive approach with other staff members
Communicates well with program members in a positive manner at all times.
Demonstrates appropriate decision making abilities
Upholds and exemplifies the YMCA’s core values, Building character, Healthy Spirit, Mind, and Body.
Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor