Kids Stop Attendant (Part-Time)

The HUB; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A local recreational center in Marion, Illinois, is looking for a youth supervisor to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 6 months to 10 years. Responsibilities include supervising participants, facilitating engaging activities, and ensuring that all safety guidelines are followed. Candidates must be at least 17 years old and have experience with young children. Certifications in CPR, AED, and First Aid are required within the first 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with children between 6 months to 10 years.
• Minimum age of 17 years required.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications required within first 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for youth.
• Supervise children in Kids Stop area and facilitate activities.
• Administer first aid and follow emergency procedures.

Skills

Effective communication with children and parents

Supervision of children

Experience with children aged 6 months to 10 years

Job description

Provide a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for youth and program participants. He/she must meet and greet parents, assist in registration at each visit, see that parents and children receive and understand the policies of the Youth Department, supervise the youth participants, build positive relationships with members and youth, develop and implement age-appropriate activities, and follow policies and guidelines.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work as Kids Stop staff while parents are working out.
• Effectively supervise all participants, and children enrolled in the Kids Stop area.
• Responsible for keeping chaos at a minimum and children under control.
• Responsible for keeping toys, equipment, and area properly sanitized and clear of hazards daily.
• Facilitate games and activities for all Kids Stop participants.
• Properly submit behavioral and incident reports.
• Greet all members of the HUB upon entering Kids Stop.
• Advise parents immediately if a child shows signs of illness. *See sick policy and COVID policy
• Attend and complete all scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Ensure that all participants are properly signed in and out by a parent, guardian, or approved pick-up person.
• Administer first aid and emergency procedures as needed.
• All other miscellaneous duties as assigned by Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The candidate must have experience working with children between the ages of 6 months to 10 years. Candidate must be minimum of 17 years of age, ability to effectively communicate to young children and parents, and be familiar with age appropriate disciplinary procedures and policies. CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications are required within in first 30 days of employment.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Please send resume and City of Marion employment application to 350 Tower Square, Marion, Illinois, 62959. An employment application can be picked up at The HUB Recreation Center or the City Clerk’s office or obtained online at www.cityofmarionil.gov . All questions concerning these positions and the application process may be directed to:

The City of Marion is an Equal Opportunity Employer