Y Kids Associate - Sally's YMCA

YMCA of Catawba Valley•Denver, NC

8d•$11 - $13

About The Position

Under the direction of the Y Kids Coordinator and consistent with the YMCA’s mission, the Y Kids Associate assists with developing and coordinating quality programs for children while ensuring health and safety standards are met. The role provides care and supervision for children in the Y Kids Area, supports age-appropriate programming, and helps maintain a safe, clean, welcoming environment. The position also includes customer service, recordkeeping, communication with staff, and participation in meetings and training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience working with children or in a related field.
Ability to work well with children of various ages and abilities.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule.
Ability to work as a team player.
Ability to maintain a safe environment.
Certification in First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens, and CPR-PR within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate educational, age-appropriate activities for children in the Y Kids Area.
Maintain health and safety standards in the Y Kids Area.
Provide superior customer service to members and their children.
Implement assigned programming for staff children.
Maintain accurate attendance, check-in, and first-aid records.
Provide care and supervision of children in the Y Kids Area, emphasizing safety and wellness.
Maintain cleanliness of toys and the room, and keep the Y Kids Area orderly.
Interact positively with members and children each day, greeting them as they enter and leave.
Communicate appropriately and positively with other staff members.
Attend staff meetings and training events.
Help create a safe, inclusive environment by following YMCA abuse-prevention policies and procedures, reporting concerns or incidents immediately, and maintaining appropriate boundaries with youth and members.