Child Watch Attendant (7:45am-12pm) - Mukwonago

YMCA of Greater Waukesha County; Town of Mukwonago (WI); On-site; USD 15,153 - 16,531; Part time

Job summary

Mukwonago YMCA in Mukwonago, WI is seeking a Part Time Child Watch Staff member to provide safe, nurturing childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 7 years. Under Child Watch leadership, you will support families and uphold YMCA policies.

Responsibilities include supervising children, communicating with parents, and ensuring safety and cleanliness of facilities. CPR/First Aid certification is preferred; YMCA training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must be passionate about caring for children.
• Ability to effectively communicate with members, parents and children.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred; YMCA training provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children aged 6 weeks to 7 years.
• 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 and redirect when needed.
• Maintain attendance, emergency records and other documentation as assigned.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of equipment and facilities.
• Develop positive relationships with parents and participants.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as needed.
• Follow YMCA policies and safety procedures.
• Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.

Skills

Childcare passion

Communication with members/parents

CPR/First Aid preferred

Education

At least 15 years old

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Mukwonago YMCA - Mukwonago, WI 53149

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $11.00 - $12.00 Hourly

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

Under the direction of Child Watch leadership, the Child Watch Staff are responsible for providing safe and nurturing childcare 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.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Training provided by the YMCA.
• Exemplifies the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of job performance and in relationships with others.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Individuals in this job must have a passion for working with children and are at least 15 years old
• Effectively communicate with members, parents, and children; exercise sound, mature judgment and stay alert to potential safety and security problems.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred. Training provided by the YMCA.
• Must be able to work with parents and children of diverse backgrounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds, stand for extended periods of time, as well as sit on the floor, bend, reach and actively engage with children on their level. Must have the ability to effectively communicate information of YMCA programs to members and participants. Must have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to think and act quickly in emergency situations.

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