Kids Zone Representative

YMCA of Northwest North Carolina; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Northwest North Carolina is seeking a part-time Kids Zone Representative at the Robinhood Road Family YMCA in Winston-Salem, NC. The role involves supervising and leading Christian-valued activities for children from 6 weeks to 11 years old.

Responsibilities include maintaining health and safety standards, delivering programming, and providing excellent service to members and their families. CPR certification will be obtained within 30 days of employment, and a flexible schedule is

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience with children or in a related field preferred.
• Ability to work well with children of various ages and abilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks; flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational, age-appropriate activities for children 6 weeks–11 years.
• Maintain health, safety and cleanliness standards of Kids Zone.
• Provide superior customer service to members and their children.
• Implement assigned programming.
• Maintain accurate records relating to attendance.
• Provide care and supervision of children in Kids Zone with emphasis on safety.
• Communicate with staff in a positive manner.
• Attend staff meetings and complete trainings.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Team player

Youth engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ASHI CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Robinhood Road Family YMCA - Winston Salem, NC 27106
• Position Type: Part Time
• Salary Range: $10.00 - $11.00 Hourly
• Job Shift: Closing
• Variable evening shift 2 nights a week, rotating weekends.

Under the direction of the Kids Zone Sr. Director and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA, a Y Kids Zone Rep is responsible for supervising and leading activities to engage children in play and learning, while ensuring standards of health and safety are met.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational, age-appropriate and Christian-valued activities for children ages 6 weeks-11 years
• Maintain health, safety and cleanliness standards of Kids Zone
• Provide superior customer service to members and their children
• Implement assigned programming
• Maintain accurate records relating to attendance
• Provide care and supervision of children in Kids Zone with emphasis on overall safety and wellness
• Communicate appropriately with other staff members in a positive manner
• Attend staff meetings and complete all required trainings
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior experience working with children or in a related field preferred
• Ability to work well with children of various ages and abilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule
• Capable of working as a team player
• Ability to maintain safe environment
• Obtain ASHI (CPR) certification within 30 days of employment (training is provided)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight
• Must be able to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time
• Requires bending, pulling, crouching, leaning, kneeling, and walking, pushing, climbing, and jumping
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in such a way as to be easily understood by children, staff and parents
• Visual and auditory ability to supervise and respond to critical situations with children

Performance may be measured by:

• The safety of all children in the assigned area
• The feedback from participants, parents, and Y leadership
• The pleasant environment and smooth operation of the Kids Zone program