Kids Zone Attendant/Birthday Party Host

YMCA of the Suncoast•Lecanto, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for direct supervision of children and implementing planned activities. The YMCA is looking for candidates with passion and intelligence, and encourages those who may not meet all listed criteria to apply and discuss their skill sets. Understanding of the YMCA's goals and operations is preferred.

Requirements

Minimum of 16 years of age.
Must work well with children.
CPR, AED and First Aid certification required within 90 days of hire.
Must complete Intro to the Ys Cause & Culture, Y's Way to Service & Engagement, and I Hear You: Service with CARE upon hire.
Must complete Kids Zone University, Preventing Sexual Abuse Between Young Children, Principles of Youth Development, Youth Relationships: Creating Positive Interactions, and Youth Affirmations: Distinguishing Between Praise and Encouragement trainings within 90 days of hire.
Must complete Introduction to S.A.F.E, Foundations of Listen First, and Engaging with Families trainings within 6 months of hire.
Understanding of their relationship to the children, parents, the Branch, and the YMCA.
Character that is above reproach and worthy of emulation by the children.
Maturity and the ability to relate to children from all social/economic segments of the community.
Effective communication and organizational skills.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time while performing job functions.
Must be able to maintain physical endurance for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions.
Must be alert at all times.
Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor environment and children's well being.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and how it operates as a local, national, and international movement is preferred.
Get SMART preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct supervision of children.
Implementing planned activities.
Leadership and guidance of children.
Acquainting children with rules, activities, daily schedules and area.
Ensuring the safety and welfare of each child, including attendance.
Reporting all accidents to the Supervisor and completing proper health logs and/or incident forms.
Planning, organizing, and implementing activity plans for special interest activities.
Creating a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or violate the code of conduct.
Keeping supplies organized, maintaining and cleaning the facility, and caring for equipment.
Helping maintain good working conditions, inventory, and clean-up after all activities.
Role modeling SMART behavior.
Performing all other duties as assigned.