Child Watch Staff

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas; Hudgins (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas is seeking a Child Watch Staff member to provide a safe, caring environment for Child Watch participants under supervision, aligned with YMCA policies and mission.

You will assist with daily activities, supervise children while parents attend classes, and maintain positive communication with parents. The role emphasizes safety, professional conduct, and adherence to emergency protocols on-site at YMCA facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16.
• Experience with children in supervised settings preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 certification required within 60 days of hire.
• Complete trainings: NEO, Bloodborne Pathogens, CAP, Sexual Harassment annually.
• Criminal background and Child Protective Services checks.

Responsibilities

• Support YMCA mission and goals.
• Promote a professional work environment and model core values.
• Lead in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
• Assist with preparing daily activities for Child Watch.
• Supervise children/teens during parents' classes or programs.
• Maintain positive communication with parents.
• Represent YMCA in behavior and relationships.
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Promote YMCA fundraising efforts including Annual Support and United Way.
• Lead in emergencies and report accidents per plan.
• Ensure safety and follow the Emergency Operations Plan.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Wear staff uniform or professional attire when appropriate.
• Follow department standards and other related duties as needed.

Skills

Plan and lead activities

Communicate with children and parents

Observe safety and enforce rules

Hazard recognition and response

First aid response

Job description

General Function:

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor, and in harmony with the mission and purpose of the established policies and goals of the YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas, the Child Watch Staff shall be responsible for providing a safe, caring environment for the Child Watch participants. With an emphasis on ensuring the highest quality service to members and guests, the Child Watch Staff will work with all staff to welcome, connect, support, and engage all members, guests, and staff.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 16 years of age.
2. Experience working with children in a supervised setting preferred.
3. Certification in CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 required within 60 days of hire.
4. Complete and maintain required trainings to include but not limited to: New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment upon hire and annually thereafter.
5. Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and Child Protective Services check.

Essential Functions:

1. Support the mission, vision and goals of the YMCA.
2. Promote a professional work environment through character development by modeling the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
3. Lead in a manner that advances our cause to strengthen the foundations of community through programs that focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
4. Assist with preparing daily activities for Child Watch participants.
5. Supervise play of children/teens while parent(s) attend "Y" class or program.
6. Maintain a positive and respectful manner of communication with parents.
7. Act as an ambassador of the YMCA in behavior and relationships.
8. Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
9. Promote and participate in YMCA fundraising efforts to include Annual Support and United Way Campaigns.
10. Act as a leader in emergency situations. Report any accidents or incidents according to Emergency Communication Action Plan.
11. Ensure all members, guests, and program participants are in a safe environment and actively follow center Emergency Operations Plan (EOP).
12. Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
13. Wear staff uniform and name tag, or professional attire when appropriate.
14. Follow department Association Standards.
15. Carry out other related duties as deemed necessary by the Youth and Family Services Department to ensure an excellent member experience.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

Engaging Community, Communication & Influence, Inclusion, Collaboration, Functional Expertise

Skills and Ability Requirements:

1. Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
2. Ability to communicate and work with assigned ages and skill levels and provide necessary instruction to participants.
3. Ability to observe participants, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
4. Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to assigned activities.
5. Physical ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and those situations requiring first aid.