Kids Club Attendant

Park Dist Of Highland Park; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Fitness Membership

Outdoor Pool Membership and Seasonalbe

Program and Facility Discounts

Job summary

The Park District of Highland Park is seeking a Kids Club Attendant to provide inviting, fun, safe, and inclusive childcare at Park Fitness in Highland Park, IL. This entry-level role supports children ages 6 months to 10 years with age-appropriate activities and fosters positive relationships with families while upholding our mission and values.

Shifts run 8am–11am, Monday–Saturday and 4–7pm, Monday–Thursday; CPR/AED certification is required or obtainable through Park District offerings.

Qualifications

• Passion to work with children ages 6 months to 10 years.
• Knowledge of age appropriate social and play programming.
• Ability to work multiple shifts 8am – 11am, Mon-Sat and 4 – 7pm, Mon-Thu.
• Ability to adjust schedule when needed.
• CPR certified or able to obtain certification through Park District offerings.

Responsibilities

• Care for children, hygiene, learning, activities and redirection.
• Engage with children during free play.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Kid Fit Center and toys.
• Engage with families and be responsive to their needs.
• Understand responsibilities as a mandated reporter.
• Keep management informed on safety and care of children.
• Work effectively with a diverse population.
• Inspect equipment and supplies; ensure adequate stock.
• Assist with supply and equipment purchases as needed.
• Assist in emergencies per the Emergency Action Plan.

Skills

Childcare passion

Communication with families

Flexibility

CPR certified

Shift availability

Education

High School / GED

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: Entry

Job Location: Park Fitness - Highland Park, IL 60035

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School / GED

Salary Range: $15.50 - $15.50 Hourly

Summary:Under the direction of the Membership Service Coordinator, the Kids Club Attendant provides inviting, fun, safe, and inclusive childcare experiences while ensuring all programming is age-appropriate and nurtures a healthy way of life. Helps to foster relationships and social growth with affective communication to parents and caregivers under the guidelines of the Park District. The Kids Club Attendant contributes to the overall success of the Recreation Center by embodying the mission, vision, and values of the Park District of Highland Park to provide welcoming, caring, and extraordinary experiences.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Job Duties

Includes, but not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for the care, hygiene, learning, variety of activities and redirection of children
• Actively engage with children while encouraging free play.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Kid Fit Center and all games and toys.
• Engage with current and prospective families and be responsive to their needs.
• Understand responsibilities as a mandated reporter.
• Keep management informed of any necessary information regarding the care and safety of children.
• Able to work effectively with a diverse population.
• Inspect all service equipment and supplies. Ensure adequate number of supplies are in stock.
• Report recommendations for supply and equipment purchase to supervisor.
• Assist emergency situations by completing and understanding the Emergency Action Plan of Park Fitness.

QualificationsEducation and/or Experience

Current high school student, graduate, or equivalent; or up to one‑month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience/Skills/Abilities

• Passion to work with children ages 6 months to 10 years.
• Knowledge of age appropriate social and play programming.
• Ability to work multiple shifts 8am – 11 am, Monday – Saturday and 4 – 7 pm Monday – Thursday.
• Ability to adjust schedule when needed.
• CPR certified or have an ability to obtain certification through Park District offerings.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

American Red Cross CPR/AED certification

Schedule

8am – 11 am, Monday – Saturday and 4 – 7 pm Monday – Thursday.

Classification

Part-Time, non-exempt

Wage Range

$15.50-$15.50 per hour

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements 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 of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; bend; twist; squat; use hands to finger, handle, grasp, manipulate or feel; reach, push or pull with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, see, and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and be able to lift other various weights as needed. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to cool to warm temperatures with some slightly disagreeable features. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

Benefits

• Health & Fitness Membership
• Outdoor Pool Membership and Seasonal Beach Access
• Program and Facility Discounts on a variety of recreational activities including Golf and Racquet Sports.

The Park District of Highland Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.