Child Watch Coordinator

ymcapkccareers; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 2,763,000 - 2,937,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 virtual streaming membership

Paid Sick Leave

EAP & mental health support

Wellness program

LifeMart discounts

Professional training & certification

20% discount on YMCA programs

Volunteer coordination training

HealthiestYou (telemedicine)

Willamette Dental Plan

VSP Vision Plan

Job summary

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties seeks a Part-Time Child Watch Coordinator at the Pearl Street Family YMCA in Tacoma, WA. The role oversees activities for children 6 weeks to 7 years while parents use YMCA facilities.

Responsibilities include planning activities, supervising volunteers, and coordinating parent communications. Requires background checks, training on day one, and a commitment to inclusive programming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.
• 1–2 years related experience as a coordinator of people or activities preferred.
• Ability to use computer and typical business software and office machines.
• Demonstrated skills in customer service, public relations, organizational skills, communications, supervision, and file maintenance.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and other required trainings.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in planning part-time staff interviews and trainings.
• Assist in recruiting and supervising volunteers to assist with programming support.
• 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.
• 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.
• Monitor day-to-day activities to maintain high quality operations including safety, progress and fun.
• Provide support with Child Watch operations including meetings and office coordination.
• Coordinate parent communication and address concerns via email, phone, and in person.

Skills

Customer service

Public relations

Organizational skills

Communication

Supervision

File maintenance

Diversity & inclusion

Computer skills

Team leadership

Volunteer coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Office software

Job description

Position: Child Watch Coordinator

Wage: $20.06 to $21.32 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 Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and organizing age-appropriate activities for children ages 6 weeks to 7 years while parents are utilizing the YMCA facilities.

Qualifications:

• 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.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent (preferred).
• One to two years of related experience as a coordinator of people or activities (preferred).
• Ability to use computer and typical business software and office machines.
• Demonstrated skills in customer service, public relations, organizational skills, communications, supervision, and file maintenance.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with [preschool-aged children] and diverse populations.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support in planning part-time staff interviews and training.
• Assist in recruiting and supervising volunteers to assist with programming support.
• 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.
• 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.
• Monitor the day to day activities to maintain high quality operations to include safety, progress and fun

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 employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• 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

Child Watch Coordinator Job Description

Position Summary

Assist in providing support in our Child Watch program with leadership and motivation under the supervision of the Program Director. Ensures a safe, caring, and fun learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 7 years while parents are utilizing the YMCA facilities. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support in planning part time staff interviews and trainings.
• Assist in recruiting and supervising volunteers to assist with programming support.
• 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.
• 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.
• Monitor the day to day activities to maintain high quality operations to include safety, progress and fun.
• Provide support with Child Watch operations to include meetings and office coordination.
• Coordinate all parent communication and attend to all parent concerns ensuring appropriate communication and follow up through email, phone calls and in person interaction.
• Assist in monitoring the Child Watch program to ensure quality standards are being met.
• Provide support and assistance related to working with children's behaviors and interests.
• Provide support in the supervision all part time instructors and volunteers.
• Monitor monthly budget and make recommendations for adjustments to program director.
• Provide administrative assistance including but not limited to the distribution, processing, and maintenance of all paperwork, records, reports, memos, correspondence, inventory, and resupply.
• Maintain physical and/or electronic filing systems for all relevant information.
• Meet performance measurement through annual giving, major gifts, and/or endowment by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.
• One to two years related experience as a coordinator of people or activities preferred.
• Ability to use computer and typical business software and office machines.
• Demonstrated skills in customer service, public relations, organizational skills, communications, supervision, and file maintenance.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with [preschool aged children] and diverse populations.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move a higher amount.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally may need to plan and participate in programming outdoors.

Employee Acknowledgement

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.