POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Child Watch at Summerville Family YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals, promotes the potential of all youth, and provides a quality experience to both youth and their families.
OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

PRINCIPLE ACTIVITIES:

· Supervises and intentionally interacts with counselors and their group of children.
· Sign participants in/out according to program standards
· Implements program activities that are scheduled and are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and consistent with YMCA values.
· Communicate with Director any changes needed to make to schedule.
· Adheres to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
· Patrol indoor and outdoor play areas for trash or hazardous materials. Scan equipment to ensure working conditions.
· Attends staff meetings and trainings.

· Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.

• Through knowledge of Emergency Procedure, i.e. fire or incremental weather.
• Maintains positive relations with parents and other staff. Models relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions.
• Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s core values and has a desire to fulfill community needs.
• Provides a high-quality experience to children and parents by planning and implementing program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with the Y’s core values.
• Improvises quickly and appropriately when faced with unexpected circumstances, so as to better meet the needs of members.
• Generates and implements new ideas and approaches for improving member experiences by seeking out and including diverse points of view.
• Maintains positive relationships with other staff and participants through seeking to understand the other’s point of view, building credibility, and remaining calm in challenging situations.
• Discipline in a fair manner. Time Out is the ONLY acceptable form of discipline.
• YMCA uniform per department standards. i.e. black or khaki pants/shorts (must have 5-inch inseam), YMCA polo with name printed and tennis shoes.

Physical Demands:
Carrying X KneelingX PushingX SittingX
ClimbingX LiftingX (min 25 lbs) RunningX StoopingX
CrouchingX PullingX StandingX WalkingX
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $10.20 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 29 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In perso

Provides direct supervision of a group of children in Child Watch, Parent’s Night Out, Seasonal Day Camp, Summer Camp, After School Program or Little Learners. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.