Northwest Playhouse Attendant

YMCA Fort Worth•Fort Worth, TX

13d

About The Position

The Playhouse Attendant provides a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for children in the YMCA playhouse area. The attendant oversees children’s well-being, leads age-appropriate activities, communicates with parents, and keeps the area clean and organized. The role requires a passion for working with children, strong communication skills, and the ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies. The YMCA describes its mission as putting Christian principles into practice through programs, services, and relationships that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Its areas of impact are youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The organization’s cause-driven culture emphasizes being welcoming, nurturing, hopeful, determined, and genuine.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Previous experience working with children in a daycare, preschool, camp, or similar setting.
CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

Supervise children in the playhouse area at all times.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures to ensure children’s safety and well-being.
Conduct regular headcounts and monitor activities to prevent accidents and injuries.
Respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies or incidents.
Plan and lead age-appropriate activities, such as games, arts and crafts, storytelling, and educational programs.
Encourage positive social interactions among children.
Adapt activities to the needs and interests of individual children and the group.
Greet parents and children warmly upon arrival and departure.
Communicate with parents about their child’s experience and any issues or concerns.
Provide feedback to the Youth Programs Coordinator/Director on program success and areas for improvement.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized playhouse area.
Regularly sanitize toys, equipment, and surfaces.
Keep supplies stocked and report supply needs to the Youth Programs Coordinator/Director.
Maintain accurate attendance records.
Immediately report incidents, accidents, or concerns to the Youth Programs Coordinator/Director.