Child Watch Staff

3 days ago

Roxbury, MA, United States YMCA of Greater Boston Full time
Child Watch Staff

Department: Center Staff

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Roxbury YMCA

Compensation: $15.00 - $16.00 / hour

Description

This position is primarily responsible for representing the YMCA personally, professionally and in a manner in accordance with the mission and goals of the YMCA. Appropriate activities should be providing for growth in skills, self-awareness, group relations, and character development. By conducting him/herself in a caring, responsible, honest, and respectful manner, this position is a role model for children and adults.

Provide care to children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years, who are members and guests of the YMCA. Shifts are no longer than 5 hours long. During this time, Child Watch Team Member will watch children while parents engage in Healthy Living activities at the YMCA. They will play with and facilitate activities for children, and supervise them while they play.

Education/Experience:

  • Previous experience working with children in a babysitting, child care or school setting.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with adults and children alike.
Skills and Competencies:
  • Child Abuse Prevention (or within 90 days of employment)
  • Respect in the Workplace (or within 90 days of employment)
  • Others to be determined
  • CPR, First Aid, AED
Key Responsibilities

Key Functions/Responsibilities:
  • Keeps safety of children as first priority. Emphasizes personal safety and emotional well-being with the children and parents.
  • Never leave the children unattended.
  • Provide a fun, safe, and stimulating atmosphere for the children.
  • Develop and foster a "family club" atmosphere by participating with members in an enthusiastic, courteous, and friendly manner.
  • By personal example, helps to interpret the quality of the YMCA values to children, staff, and parents. Must be a positive role model.
  • Learn all emergency procedures and familiarize yourself with the first aid equipment.
  • Keep room clean of food and small objects which may be deemed a choking hazard.
  • Inspect room each morning for possible hazards, clean and vacuum room prior to closing each day.
  • Attend all staff meetings.
  • Performs other duties as requested by supervisor.
Benefits

Why work at the Y?

The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment - all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:
  • Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment.
  • Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions.
  • Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other.
  • Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion.
  • A healthy work/life balance
  • Comprehensive benefits including:
  • FREE YMCA Membership for you.
  • Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons.
  • Discounted or FREE family membership.
  • Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement)
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package.
  • Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)

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