GENERAL FUNCTIONS:
Under the direction of Child Watch leadership, the Child Watch Staff are responsible for providing safe and nurturing child care for all children entering the YMCA Child Watch in harmony with the mission statement and policies of the YMCA of Greater Waukesha County.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise children 6 weeks - 7 years of age.
- Represent the department by handling communications with parents and members.
- Identify individual needs of children and provide care accordingly.
- Encourage and involve children in appropriate group and/or individual play.
- Model and explain appropriate behavior. Address and redirect inappropriate behavior of children.
- Maintain participant attendance, emergency records and other documentation as assigned.
- Ensure safety and cleanliness of equipment and facilities.
- Develop positive relationships with parents and participants providing motivational support and guidance.
- At the discretion of the Child Watch Coordinator, attend staff meetings, workshops and seminars to increase knowledge and skills.
- Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
- Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
- Exemplifies the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of job performance and in relationships with others.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $11.00 - $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person