Child Watch Attendant

ymcapkccareers; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

Flexible scheduling around school

Paid Sick Leave accrued

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Wellness program

Education opportunities

20% discount on programs and merch

Job summary

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is hiring a Part-Time Child Watch Attendant at the Pearl Street Family YMCA in Tacoma, WA. You will supervise children ages 6 weeks to 7 years while parents use facilities, ensuring a safe, caring, and engaging environment.

Responsibilities include organizing activities, monitoring health and socialization, and communicating with parents about behavior. Commitment to inclusivity and completing required trainings are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 15 years or older.
• Six months or more of related experience preferred.
• Comfort and confidence working with children.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications preferred.
• Pass Background and Reference checks per WA State guidelines.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive environment.
• Willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on day one.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize age-appropriate activities and play with children.
• Monitor health and socialization of children daily.
• Provide appropriate discipline per YMCA policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the child watch area.
• Ensure safe drop-off and pick-up of children.
• Greet parents and communicate about child behavior.
• Assist with daily operations of the child watch.
• Supervise children, ensure safety, and provide fun.
• Give safety briefings to parents and participants.
• Promote sportsmanship and YMCA core values.
• Encourage member and parent involvement and volunteers.
• Provide parent communication and support branch events.

Skills

Child care

Communication

Positive attitude

Diversity & inclusion

Team player

Tools

CPR/First Aid/AED certifications

Job description

Child Watch Attendant

Wage: $17.13 to $17.13 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location: Pearl Street Family YMCA, Tacoma, WA

As a Child Watch Attendant, you will ensure a safe, caring, and fun learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 7 years while parents are utilizing the YMCA facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of age or older.
• Six months or more of related experience (preferred).
• Comfort and confidence working with children.
• Demonstrated positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications (preferred).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with youth and diverse populations.
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related office equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and organize age appropriate activities. Play actively with the children. Adapt activities to the needs of each.
• Monitor the health and socialization of children daily.
• Provide appropriate discipline of children, as necessary, according to YMCA policy and procedures.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and order in the child watch area.
• Monitor the drop-off and pick-up of children to guarantee their safety while in our care.
• Greet parents and help children feel welcome. Communicate regarding their child's behavior.
• Assist with daily operations of the child watch.
• Responsible for child supervision, fun and safety.
• Provide safety briefings to parents and participants.
• Encourage sportsmanship and teachable moments to implement our core values.
• Encourage member and parent involvement and identify potential volunteers.
• Provide parent communication.
• Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
• Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
• Staff will be responsible for frequent touchpoint cleaning and sanitizing in specific areas.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part‑Time Voluntary Benefits

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of this position. This document is not an exhaustive list and other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without advanced notice.

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise employment‑at‑will rights at any time.

By signing below, you are acknowledging that you have read the document in its entirety and that you understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position. Further, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation(s), and that should you need assistance, that you are responsible for notifying your Director, Executive Director, and/or Human Resources.