Kids Club Attendant

Lake Superior YMCA • West Cook, MN

1d • $0 - $20

About The Position

The Kids Club Attendant implements the Lake Superior YMCA’s mission, goals, and values by providing high-quality early childhood care in the YMCA service area. The role supervises and guides children’s development in a safe, healthy, and inclusive environment, primarily in the Kids Club. Work may also take place in the gym and at the rock-climbing wall, and may include shifts during special events such as Parent’s Day/Night Out and Fun Days at the Y. The position is part-time, with hours that vary according to Kids Club needs. Tuesday evening shifts are a primary hiring need.

Requirements

• One or more years of experience working with youth ages 4 months to 9 years.
• At least 16 years of age, or age 15 with displayed maturity.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, and child abuse prevention training; these must be received within 60 days.
• Enthusiasm, patience, creativity, common sense, and commitment to working with children.
• Commitment to supporting equal opportunity and affirmative action principles to achieve a diverse work environment.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including occasional sitting, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality customer service to members, guests, and children in Kids Club.
• Build authentic relationships with children and parents, encourage parent involvement, and identify potential volunteers.
• Work with Lead Staff to respond respectfully and appropriately to questions and concerns from members, staff, children, and guests.
• Provide age-appropriate snacks that meet children’s dietary needs and parent or guardian instructions.
• Bring children to the gym or rock-climbing wall, lead craft activities, and clean Kids Club areas.
• Troubleshoot problems, handle incidents appropriately, and communicate clearly with supervisors and coworkers.
• Participate in daily tasks and activities with coworkers while following YMCA and Kids Club policies and procedures.
• Interact with children at their level and in an age-appropriate manner.
• Maintain active supervision by scanning, listening, positioning appropriately, anticipating safety concerns, and engaging with children.
• Follow YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and emergency and safety procedures; complete incident and accident reports as needed.
• Work special-event shifts, including Parent’s Day/Night Out and Fun Days at the Y, while following YMCA policies and procedures.
• Foster an inclusive workplace and participate in efforts supporting the YMCA’s commitment to equity and diversity.

Benefits

• Retirement accounts; employees may contribute at any time, and the YMCA contributes 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours worked in each of the two years.
• Paid time off accrued at one hour for every 30 hours worked.
• Complimentary nationwide membership for two adults in the employee’s family.
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, and YMCA Camp Miller.
• Team member referral program.
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities.
• Employee assistance program.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged.

What This Job Offers

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