KIDS CLUB COUNSELOR

Kenosha YMCA; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free FAMILY Membership

Flexible Work Schedule

A Team Atmosphere

Discount on Y Programs

Discount on Child Care

Job summary

Kenosha YMCA is seeking a part-time Kids Club Counselor to care for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years in our Kids Club room in Kenosha, WI. The role includes planning activities, supervising safety, and acting as a teacher for at least four hours weekly.

You'll greet families, maintain cleanliness, assist with diapers for younger children, and ensure secure sign-in/out procedures. CPR and First Aid certification required; prior child-care experience preferred; flexible schedule with a

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
• Earlier experience caring for children is preferred.
• Ability to work well with youth, parents and staff.
• Demonstrates joy and satisfaction in working with children.
• Ability to work with general supervision.
• Background check must be clear of offenses as defined by state law.

Responsibilities

• Arrive to work with proper uniform and name tag.
• Sign in/out accurately on time sheet.
• Ensure health & safety of each participant.
• Greet parents and participants in a friendly, professional manner.
• Plan and participate in activities with participants.
• Assist toilet trained children with bathroom duties.
• Notify parents if a child’s diaper is soiled or change diaper if authorized.
• Maintain a clean and safe room and equipment.
• Sign in/out and record totals.
• Submit requisitions to Coordinator for supplies before needed.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Experience with children

Ability to work cooperatively

Joy working with children

Work with supervision

Background check clearance

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Kenosha YMCA - Kenosha, WI 53144Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $10.00 - $11.25 HourlyJob Shift: AnyBE A PART OF SOMETHING GREAT

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Kids Club Counselor will provide direct care for children ages 6 weeks - 12 years in our Kids Club room. The staff member will act as a teacher at least 4 hours per week, and will organize appropriate activities and play with participant’s ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

Job responsibilities

• Arrive to work dressed properly with appropriate uniform and name tag


• Sign In/Out accurately on time sheet and turn in time sheet according to deadlines set on payroll schedule and review for error


• Ensure health & safety of each participant.


• Greet parents and participants in friendly and professional manner.


• Plan, conduct and participate in activities with participants.


• Assist toilet trained participants with bathroom duties.


• Notify parents when child’s diaper is soiled or change diaper if authorized.


• Remove any unsafe items.


• Do not release child to any person other than the person that dropped child off.


• Initiate the rotation of toys.


• Clean room, equipment & supplies.


• Sign in & outs / record totals, etc.


• Submit requisitions to Coordinator for supplies before they are needed.


• Maintain program supplies and equipment.


• Ensure all toys are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.

Qualifications

• 16 years old


• Ability to provide proof of current CPR and First Aid Certification


• Experience working with children


• Ability to work cooperatively with youth, parents, staff


• Joy and satisfaction in working with children


• Ability to work with general supervision
• Background check cannot contain offenses restricted by state law

Employee Benefits Include:

• Free FAMILY Membership


• Flexible Work Schedule


• A Team Atmosphere


• Discount on Y Programs


• Discount on Child Care

The Kenosha YMCA has zero tolerance for abuse of youth in its programs by employees or volunteers and will follow child abuse prevention policies, comply with mandated reporting requirements, and cooperate with law enforcement.