Representative, Adventure Zone Crew

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver • Littleton, CO

4d • $19 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you energetic, caring, and love working with kids? The YMCA is looking for enthusiastic team members to join our Adventure Zone Crew, where you’ll create a safe, engaging, and welcoming space for youth while their parents focus on their wellness. POSITION SUMMARY Under the direction of the Membership Manager, the Representative will be responsible for implementing all curriculum and program activities in the area of Adventure Zone. In addition, the Representative will help deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA. OUR PATH For 150 years, the YMCA of Metro Denver has been more than a place - it is a movement that lifts spirit, mind and body for all. Our direction is clear: Elevate Lives and Rise Together. Grounded by our mission and strengthened by the global YMCA movement we will elevate our people, purpose, partnerships and promise.

Requirements

• A genuine love for working with children
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Ability to stay engaged, organized, and safety-focused
• Team players who embody YMCA values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
• Minimum 16 years old
• Certified in First aid and CPR
• Must possess oral, auditory and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with young children e.g., babysitting, church Sunday school, etc. preferred

Responsibilities

• Create a fun, safe, and inclusive environment for children
• Lead games, crafts, and age-appropriate activities
• Build positive relationships with youth and families
• Ensure safety through active supervision and adherence to YMCA policies
• Bring energy, creativity, and kindness to every shift
• Provide careful and attentive supervision for all participants in program
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios as per rules of YMCA of Metropolitan Denver
• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Adventure Zone, meeting all YMCA policies
• Provide positive continual interaction with all children in the program
• Maintain open and positive communication with parents, members, and staff
• Facilitate program that invites exploration, promotes positive play and welcomes children
• Implement classroom curriculum, activities, experiences and routines under the guidance of the Membership Manager
• Promotes team concept through a positive approach to supervision, communication, and interactions with others; maintains ongoing communication with supervisor
• Proactively clean up and/or repair areas used by the program
• Attend and remain current on all mandatory training and staff meetings
• Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership
• Free individual membership
• Program discounts
• Generous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
• Paid Time off for those scheduled and working 20+ per week

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed