Part-Time Child Watch Coordinator - Lead Safe Activities

ymcapkccareers; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 2,763,000 - 2,937,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership

YMCA360 virtual streaming membership

Paid Sick Leave

EAP & mental health support

Wellness program

LifeMart discounts

Professional training & certification

20% discount on YMCA programs

Volunteer coordination training

HealthiestYou (telemedicine)

Willamette Dental Plan

VSP Vision Plan

Job summary

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties seeks a Part-Time Child Watch Coordinator at the Pearl Street Family YMCA in Tacoma, WA. The role oversees activities for children 6 weeks to 7 years while parents use YMCA facilities.

Responsibilities include planning activities, supervising volunteers, and coordinating parent communications. Requires background checks, training on day one, and a commitment to inclusive programming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent preferred.
• 1–2 years related experience as a coordinator of people or activities preferred.
• Ability to use computer and typical business software and office machines.
• Demonstrated skills in customer service, public relations, organizational skills, communications, supervision, and file maintenance.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and other required trainings.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in planning part-time staff interviews and trainings.
• Assist in recruiting and supervising volunteers to assist with programming support.
• Plan and organize age-appropriate activities. Play actively with the children. Adapt activities to the needs of each.
• Monitor the health and socialization of children daily.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and order in the child watch area.
• Monitor the drop-off and pick-up of children to guarantee their safety while in our care.
• Greet parents and help children feel welcome; communicate regarding their child's behavior.
• Monitor day-to-day activities to maintain high quality operations including safety, progress and fun.
• Provide support with Child Watch operations including meetings and office coordination.
• Coordinate parent communication and address concerns via email, phone, and in person.

Skills

Customer service

Public relations

Organizational skills

Communication

Supervision

File maintenance

Diversity & inclusion

Computer skills

Team leadership

Volunteer coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

Office software

Job description

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties seeks a Part-Time Child Watch Coordinator at the Pearl Street Family YMCA in Tacoma, WA. The role oversees activities for children 6 weeks to 7 years while parents use YMCA facilities.

Responsibilities include planning activities, supervising volunteers, and coordinating parent communications. Requires background checks, training on day one, and a commitment to inclusive programming.