CHILDWATCH ASSOCIATE

Ymca-of-Southeastern-North-Carolina; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary YMCA Membership

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development

Retirement Benefits

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

The Nir Family YMCA in North Carolina is seeking a Part-Time Child Watch Associate to provide a safe, nurturing environment for children and to deliver age-appropriate activities under supervision. This role supports youth development, maintains program spaces, and promotes YMCA values.

You will engage parents, encourage volunteer involvement, and help maintain safety procedures while building belonging and positive relationships with families in our community.

Qualifications

• CPR & First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred – minimum age of 16 is required.
• Ability to implement and participate in age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities for the children in Child Watch.

Responsibilities

• Implements and participates in activities that develop youth within the established guidelines.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
• Supervises the children, program space, and all activities including following all procedures and standards.
• Maintains a healthy and safe environment for the participating children in Child Watch.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.

Skills

Experience with children

Relationship-building

Education

CPR & First Aid certifications

Child Abuse prevention training

Minimum age 16

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The CWA will provide direction for all children in the program, and implements program activities, as established. The CWA will provide a quality experience to children and parents in a safe environment in a nurturing manner that focuses on building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 1. Implements and participates in activities that develop youth within the established guidelines.
• 2. Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
• 3. Supervises the children, program space, and all activities including following all procedures and standards.
• 4. Maintains a heathy and safe environment for the participating children in Child Watch.
• 5. Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.
• 6. Maintains program site and equipment.
• 7. Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings and staff training.
• 8. Disseminates concerns to supervisor immediately.
• 9. Helps to promote other YMCA activities and programs.
• 10. Maintains required safety practices (i.e., bathroom procedures, sign in /out procedures, etc.)
• 11. Performs other duties as assigned.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our purpose of strengthening communities with intention and purpose every day. We welcome all: we are open to everyone. We are a place where you can belong and become. 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 nurture: we support you on 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.

YMCA PART-TIME BENEFITS OVERVIEW:

At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values.

• Complimentary YMCA Membership
• Flexible Scheduling
• Professional Development
• Retirement Benefits
• Employee Resource Groups

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing other

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces innovative approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans of work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports for all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seek opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

The YMCA of southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPR & First Aid certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred – minimum age of 16 is required. Must know how to change a diaper.
• Ability to implement and participate in age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities for the children in Child Watch.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities.
• The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate – sometimes loud.
• Lifting (50 lbs.); Seeing; Hearing; Climbing; Pulling; Standing; Carrying (50 lbs.); Pushing (50 lbs.).

YMCA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

CPR & First Aid – Must be able to complete and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid; able to assist individuals in need until professional help arrives.

Emergency Response – Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures.

Incident Management – Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors.

Safe Environment – Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for all staff, members, and participants.

Physical Readiness – Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.

Compliance – Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources.

JOB TITLE:

CHILDWATCH ASSOCIATE

LOCATION:

Nir Family YMCA

POSITION TYPE:

Part Time

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

PAY RATE:

$12.44 - $13.31/ Hour

REVISION DATE:

8/26/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer: The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.