Kids Zone Attendant/Birthday Party Host - Greater Palm Harbor^

YMCA of the Suncoast•Palm Harbor, FL

7d•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for direct supervision of children and implementing planned activities. The YMCA is looking for highly motivated and energetic staff members to engage with our members and their children. The role involves taking responsibility for the leadership and guidance of children, acquainting them with rules, activities, daily schedules, and the area. It also includes ensuring the safety and welfare of each child, including attendance. The attendant will report all accidents to the Supervisor and complete proper health logs and/or incident forms. Planning, organizing, and implementing activity plans for special interest activities are key duties. A nurturing and safe environment must be created by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or violate the code of conduct. Supplies need to be kept organized, the facility maintained and cleaned, and equipment cared for. The role also involves helping to maintain good working conditions, inventory, and clean-up after all activities. The attendant will role model SMART behavior and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 16 years of age
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
Must understand their relationship to the children, parents, the Branch, and the YMCA.
Must possess character that is above reproach and worthy of emulation by the children.
Should show maturity and have the ability to relate to children from all social/economic segments of the community.
Must possess effective communication and organizational skills.
May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
May be required to stand for extended periods of time while performing job functions.
Gives and receives detailed instructions.
Required 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

Takes responsibility for the leadership and guidance of children.
Acquaints children with rules, activities, daily schedules and area.
Takes responsibility for the safety/welfare of each child including attendance.
Reports all accidents to the Supervisor, and completely fills out proper health log and/or incident form.
Plans, organizes, and implements activity plans for special interest activities.
Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct.
Keep supplies organized, maintain and clean facility and care for equipment.
Takes responsibility for helping maintain good working conditions, inventory, and clean-up after all activities.
Role models SMART behavior.
Performs all other duties as assigned.