Kids Club Attendant — Part-Time, Growth & Perks

Lake Superior YMCA; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Family membership

Program discounts

Referral program

Engagement activities

Employee assistance program

Development opportunities

Leadership training

Job summary

The Lake Superior YMCA is seeking a Kids Club Attendant to supervise and guide child development in a safe environment at our Kids Club, gym, and rock-climbing wall locations in Superior, Wisconsin. This part-time role emphasizes high-quality customer service and strong engagement with children and families.

You will collaborate with the Youth Development Coordinator and Lead Staff, delivering crafts, activities, and age-appropriate supervision while adhering to YMCA policies and safety

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience working with youth ages 4 months – 9 years of age.
• Minimum 16 years of age or 15 with displayed maturity.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training (must receive within 60 days).
• Enthusiasm, patience, creativity, common sense, and a commitment to working with children.
• Commitment of supporting principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action to achieve a diverse work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides high quality customer service to all members, guests, and children in Kids Club.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with participants and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• In conjunction with the Lead Staff, problem solves and responds in an appropriate and respectful manner to any questions or concerns brought forth by members, staff, kids, or guests.
• Changes diapers, handout snacks appropriate to child’s age, dietary needs, and parents’ or guardians’ requirements, bring children to gym or rock-climbing wall, teach craft activities, and clean areas within the Kids Club area
• Troubleshoots problems that arise, appropriately handles all incidents, communicates with supervisors and coworkers clearly and effectively.
• Participates in day-to-day tasks and activities alongside coworkers while following all policies and procedures outlined by the YMCA and Kids Club. Interacts with kids on their level in an age-appropriate manner.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Works shifts during events such as Parent’s Day/Night Out and Fun Days at the Y, where participants are in attendance for longer periods of time while still abiding by the Y’s policies and procedures.
• Fosters an inclusive environment appreciative of differences in the workplace. Meaningfully participate in and lead efforts to support the Y’s commitment to equity and diversity.
• Values: Accept and demonstrate the Y’s values
• Community: Desire to serve others and fulfill community needs
• Inclusion: Work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions
• Relationships: Build rapport and relate well with others
• Developing Others: Take the initiative to assist in developing others
• Decision-Making: Make sound judgments, and transfer learning from one situation to another
• Change Capacity: Demonstrate an openness to change, and seek opportunities in the change process

Skills

Customer service

Relationship building

Communication

Patience

Creativity

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

CPR

First Aid

AED

Child Abuse prevention training

Job description

The Lake Superior YMCA is seeking a Kids Club Attendant to supervise and guide child development in a safe environment at our Kids Club, gym, and rock-climbing wall locations in Superior, Wisconsin. This part-time role emphasizes high-quality customer service and strong engagement with children and families.

You will collaborate with the Youth Development Coordinator and Lead Staff, delivering crafts, activities, and age-appropriate supervision while adhering to YMCA policies and safety