PlayCare Aide

Olympic Peninsula YMCA•Sequim, WA

10h•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Playcare Aides are hired to work in Playcare. The YMCAs drop off childcare facility. Playcare staff is hired to engage children in positive relationships, and creative and fun activities, cultivating a positive and safe atmosphere while allowing children to express themselves in free play. Playcare staff follows instructions in accordance with the policies, procedures, and standards established by the Association. Develops positive relationships with parents and proactively strive to increase the opportunity to integrate members into other YMCA programs.

Requirements

Experience working with children ages 0-12
Knowledge of child development
Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
Ability to relate well and communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, in all circumstances
Pass a comprehensive background screening
Be 16 years of age or older
Have a current CPR and first aid certification or be able to obtain one within 30 days of hire

Responsibilities

Provides quality participant supervision and engagement in accordance with YMCA policy
Carry out positive guidance and discipline when needed
Interacts with participants continually while on shift
Ensures safety by following established cleaning schedule and safety guidelines
Develops and maintains positive relationships with both children and their parents
Seeks other tasks when the adult/child ratio allows
Works as a team with other staff
Other activities and/or projects as assigned
Attends staff meetings and training as required and completes all required online training which includes child abuse prevention training within 7 days of hire
Upholds YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management. Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youths