Engaging Child Care & Safety Attendant

YMCA; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA is seeking staff to oversee the Child Watch program, ensuring the safety and well-being of children in their care. Responsibilities include opening/closing the room, maintaining certifications, and enforcing safety policies while engaging with children and parents.

The role requires active supervision, interaction with families, and adherence to organizational standards. Candidates must be at least 18 and hold CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must maintain CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test.
• Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Opens and closes Child Watch room as required.
• Is the last person to leave the room and locks door before leaving the building.
• Checks first aid kit and OSHA equipment, and knows its location.
• Keeps certifications current and up to date.
• Takes full charge in case of accident and follows appropriate emergency procedures.
• Fills out accident reports when necessary.
• Fills out payroll sheets to supervisor.
• Enforces safety regulations (keep children out of cabinets and drawers).
• Reports all unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Cleans toys and equipment daily.
• Changes sheets on crib daily.
• Changes diapers on children.
• Has parents sign-in/sign-out and collects coupons.
• Continually plays and interacts with the children.
• Greet parents/guardians entering Child Watch.
• Wears name tags at all times.
• Enforces no food/snacks policy.

Skills

Child interaction

Team player

Education

CPR and First Aid Certification

TB skin test documentation

Physical examination documentation

Background/fingerprint clearance

Job description

YMCA is seeking staff to oversee the Child Watch program, ensuring the safety and well-being of children in their care. Responsibilities include opening/closing the room, maintaining certifications, and enforcing safety policies while engaging with children and parents.

The role requires active supervision, interaction with families, and adherence to organizational standards. Candidates must be at least 18 and hold CPR/First Aid certification.