Representative, Adventure Zone Crew

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver • Arvada, CO

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About The Position

The Representative implements curriculum and program activities in the YMCA Adventure Zone under the direction of the Membership Manager. The role helps deliver excellent customer service and build relationships to create a welcoming environment. The Representative supports a fun, safe, inclusive setting where children can explore, play, learn, and develop, while demonstrating the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

This is a part-time morning position, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to noon. The Representative supervises children, leads games, crafts, and age-appropriate activities, communicates with families and colleagues, and helps with daily program operations. The role also includes maintaining safe staff-to-child ratios, keeping program areas clean, attending required training and meetings, and following YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 years old.
• Be certified in First Aid and CPR.
• Possess oral, auditory, and written communication skills appropriate for interacting with children and adults.
• Have a genuine interest in working with children, a positive attitude, and the ability to stay engaged, organized, and safety-focused.
• Be a team player who embodies YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with young children, such as babysitting or church Sunday school.

Responsibilities

• Provide careful and attentive supervision for all program participants.
• Maintain YMCA-required staff-to-child ratios.
• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Adventure Zone and follow YMCA policies.
• Interact positively and continually with children in the program.
• Maintain open, positive communication with parents, members, staff, and the supervisor.
• Facilitate a program that encourages exploration, positive play, and a welcoming atmosphere.
• Implement classroom curriculum, activities, experiences, and routines under the Membership Manager’s guidance.
• Promote teamwork through positive supervision, communication, and interactions.
• Proactively clean or repair areas used by the program.
• Attend and remain current on mandatory training and staff meetings.
• Be knowledgeable about and support the YMCA annual support campaign and applicable procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access, membership policies, and emergency plans.
• Ensure safety through active supervision and adherence to YMCA policies.

Benefits

• Free individual YMCA membership.
• Program discounts.
• Generous retirement contribution options, including a 10% company contribution once eligible.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.
• Paid time off for employees scheduled and working 20 or more hours per week.

What This Job Offers

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