Youth Attendant

The Boca Raton•Boca Raton, FL

About The Position

The Youth Attendant leads and participates in supervised youth, teen, and family programs, primarily for children ages 4–12. The role creates meaningful experiences by organizing and leading group activities, games, sports, water activities, camps, special events, and themed programs. The attendant explains and enforces rules, models positive behavior, and supports children with guidance and motivation. The position is responsible for maintaining a physically and emotionally safe environment, following health and safety best practices, monitoring facilities for hazards, and caring for and tracking program equipment. It also involves communicating with parents, accommodating awareness of children’s medical conditions, behavioral concerns, and allergies, and collaborating with internal departments and external vendors and entertainers. The role requires night, weekend, and holiday hours, and swimming is required daily.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in coaching, camps, youth programs, recreation, a similar position, or a related field.
Ability to run, jump, swim, and engage children in strenuous, age-appropriate activities.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Moderate computer skills.
First Aid and CPR certification.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Lead, host, and participate in supervised youth, teen, and family programs.
Organize and lead group activities, including games, sports, water sports, arts and crafts, STEM projects, trivia, and themed activities.
Explain game rules and act as a referee or umpire when needed.
Research and develop activity programs.
Ensure children understand rules, daily routines, and scheduled programs.
Care for, maintain, and inventory equipment used in programs.
Communicate with parents, provide updates when required, and answer questions about programs.
Be aware of children’s special accommodations, including medical conditions, behavioral concerns, and allergies.
Provide guidance, motivation, and support to children and youth.
Maintain a physically and emotionally safe and secure environment.
Monitor facility use and address or report potential hazards.
Follow and enforce company policies and procedures.
Work as part of a team and complete tasks with little direct supervision.
Perform related duties as assigned by the Director of Youth and Family Programs and the Director of Recreation.