Child Watch Assistant - Part Time

YMCA of Central New York; Town of Manlius (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization in New York is seeking a Child Watch Assistant to provide supervision for children aged 6 weeks to 11 years in the Child Watch Program. The ideal candidate will foster a safe and inclusive environment and support YMCA values. Responsibilities include maintaining child supervision, adhering to safety protocols, and developing positive relationships with children and families. A commitment to safety and effective communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged 6 weeks to 11 years is preferred.
• Must be a good role model with integrity.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in the YMCA Child Watch Program.
• Follow health and safety guidelines during child supervision.
• Respond to emergency situations as per YMCA policies.

Skills

Desire and ability to work with and relate to children

Effective communication skills

Observant and safety-conscious

Ability to teach and assist in teaching skills

Education

CPR and First Aid certification

Annual safety and child abuse prevention trainings

Job description

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Position Summary

The Child Watch Assistant provides supervision to children in the YMCA Child Watch Program, ensuring the well‑being of each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies. This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization.

Description

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. 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. Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Essential Functions

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization; supporting members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Maintains physical presence, always remains alert while on duty, maintains constant visual attention to children in the care of the Y, and remains aware of surroundings.
• Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures; completes related reports as required.
• Ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on Membership and member engagement that fosters loyalty among those we serve.
• Follows all Child Watch procedures and guidelines including those pertaining to health and safety, child supervision, drop‑off/pick‑up, attendance, forms, reports, and staff expectations as required by the YMCA and the state health department.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and staff expectations, including those for the prevention of child abuse.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed. Cleans and stores equipment per branch procedures.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Is willing to step up, even if outside of the position description, to contribute to the overall success of the YMCA.

YMCA Leadership Competencies

• Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community‑focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit
• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses oneself effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause
• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents, and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations

Requirements: Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• Desire and ability to work with and relate to children.
• Experience working with children between six (6) weeks old to eleven (11) years old preferred.
• Willingness to accept supervision and guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and assist in teaching skills and activities.
• Good role model, with integrity and adaptability.
• Remains calm and objective when under pressure or when challenged by others.
• Effective communication skills necessary to inform, counsel, motivate, and support members.
• Must be observant, safety‑conscious, and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.

Trainings & Certifications

• Must complete annual safety, combating sexual‑harassment, and child abuse prevention trainings assigned by human resources prior to direct service.
• Must have current CPR and First Aid.

Physical Requirements

• On occasion ability to lift and carry children and equipment, may spend time sitting on the floor or child‑sized furniture.
• Prolonged periods of standing and frequent bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Will be exposed to illness‑causing bacteria and viruses.

Work Environment

This job operates in a recreational and/or educational environment. The role routinely uses standard recreation and/or office equipment. Employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others. All employees are required to always follow the preventative health policies of the YMCA. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.