Kids' Zone Staff

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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.

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. Under the direction and supervision of the Director, the Kid’s Zone Attendant will supervise and guide a child’s development in a safe and healthy environment. The incumbent must demonstrate our four core values: Caring, Respect, Honesty, and Responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Be knowledgeable and adhere to Safety Policies, Procedures and Emergency Response Plans. Always keeping Safety at the forefront of your mind.

2. Act as a positive role model while implementing YMCA character development and following the four core values of Caring, Honesty, Responsibility, and Respect.

3. Be ready to initiate activities, participate in activities and interact with children.

4. Use positive guidance techniques.

5. Maintain appropriate records as required by the center.

6. Possess working knowledge of child abuse and neglect laws and proper reporting procedures.

7. Punch in and out for required shifts and review time to verify accuracy.

8. Notify supervisor in advance when unable to work scheduled shift.

9. Responsible for assuring high standards of program quality, and safety in accordance with YMCA safety and risk management policies.

10. Know all emergency procedures.

11. Possess working knowledge of YMCA mission, purpose, and goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 1. Must be 18 years of age or older.

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1. 2. Experience leading or providing care for children is preferred.

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2. 3. Mature, responsible, easy-going individuals with strong communication skills.

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2. 4. Must be able to interact with kids and adults in a positive manner, enthusiastic, flexible.

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2. 5. Must be able to align with and demonstrate the YMCA four core values on a consistent basis.

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2. 6. CPR Pro & First Aid Certification required within the first 30 days (training can be provided)

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This is a safety-sensitive position and the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position for long periods of time, including walking, standing, bending, squatting, and kneeling.

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