Morris Kids Corner Attendant
About The Position
The Kids Corner Attendant at the Morris Hospital YMCA provides responsible supervision of infants, toddlers, and school-age children while their parents or guardians are elsewhere in the facility. The attendant is expected to stay actively involved and attentive, ensuring the children’s safety and security while creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment. The role supports the YMCA’s mission and its character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. The attendant supervises children, the classroom, and activities; follows established procedures, standards, and YMCA policies; and nurtures children through purposeful programming that fosters achievement, belonging, and positive relationships. The role also includes communicating with parents or guardians about children’s behavior or illness, completing and submitting required incident and condition forms, notifying a supervisor of shift-related problems, and performing other assigned duties.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Previous experience working with children.
- CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications, and Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Harassment training, required before the first day of hire.
- Ability to work long hours with a positive attitude.
- Ability to plan, lead, and participate in a range of activities in indoor and outdoor settings.
Nice To Haves
- One year or more of college is preferred.
- Experience in child care is preferred.
- Previous experience with diverse populations is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervise children, the classroom, and all activities.
- Follow applicable procedures, standards, and YMCA policies, including policies for medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
- Nurture children through purposeful programming that builds achievement and belonging and strengthens relationships among youth and within families.
- Maintain a professional attitude in all circumstances.
- Communicate with parents or guardians regarding children’s behavior or illness.
- Complete and submit accident reports and reportable condition forms in a timely manner.
- Notify the supervisor of problems or issues that arise during the shift.
- Assist with other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free Y membership.
- 25% off Y programming.
- Participation in the Y’s retirement plan when eligibility requirements are met.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
