Childwatch

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Membership Director, the associate will be responsible for providing a safe, enriching and healthy environment.  You will also be assisting and  implementing new programs within the child-watch areas to provide growth, learning and fun activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with day to day operation of Child-Watch
• Implement a program that is developmentally age appropriate, meeting the needs of the children in the group.
• Maintain ratio at all times
• Provide careful, attentive supervision and is alert at all times
• Maintains a high standard of cleanliness and preparation
• Promotes a team concept through positive approach with other staff members
• Communicates well with program members in a positive manner at all times.
• Demonstrates appropriate decision making abilities
• Upholds and exemplifies the YMCA’s core values, Building character, Healthy Spirit, Mind, and Body.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Child Watch Staff

(Competencies for “Leader”):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must possess oral, auditory and written communications skills appropriate for interacting with both children and adults
2. Adult and child CPR or CPR/PR, First Aid, and AED Certifications within 30 days of hire date.
3. Minimum 16 years of age

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This section includes any unique working conditions as well as physical demands, which will vary based on the position and may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. In light of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the inclusive nature of the Y, it is crucial that the physical and mental dimensions of each job be accurately and clearly identified, and not overstated.

1. Must be able to diapering and toileting child as needed.
2. Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
3. Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
4. Must be able to lift and carry/or assist children us to 50 pounds in weight
5. Must be able to lift and carry food and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
6. Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
7. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
8. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
9. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency