Kids Zone Attendant - Hernando County

YMCA of the Suncoast•Spring Hill, FL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the direct supervision of children and implementing planned activities. The attendant must be able to take responsibility for the leadership and guidance of children, stand for extended periods of time, and create a nurturing and safe environment for youth ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age.

Requirements

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
Must possess 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

Direct supervision of children
Implementing planned activities
Leadership and guidance of children
Acquainting children with rules, activities, daily schedules and area
Taking responsibility for the safety/welfare of each child including attendance
Reporting all accidents to the Supervisor, and completely filling out proper health log and/or incident form
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 may violate the code of conduct
Keeping supplies organized, maintaining and cleaning 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