Part-Time Child Watch & Safety Champion

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; West Grove (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family YMCA membership

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Babysitting while you work (up to 4 h 

Generous program discounts on child­-c

12% employer contribution to pension/4

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is seeking a Child Watch Associate at Jennersville YMCA in West Grove, PA 19390. This part-time role emphasizes safety, care, and engaging activities for children while under YMCA supervision.

You will greet families, maintain a clean, safe space, and follow YMCA policies. Prior child-care experience and a high school diploma or GED are preferred, with a minimum age of 15.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Must be at least 15 years of age or older
• Experience with children preferred
• Obtain and maintain all additional new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safety and whereabouts of the children in the group at all times, providing a safe, interactive program.
• Maintain a clean and risk-free room arrangement.
• Maintain records, including, (but not limited to): accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records.
• Greet parents and children daily using names in all interactions.
• Report and/or direct parental concerns to supervisor.
• Use positive, age-appropriate behavior management tools, including redirection and positive reinforcement, using the Y voice at all times.
• Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is seeking a Child Watch Associate at Jennersville YMCA in West Grove, PA 19390. This part-time role emphasizes safety, care, and engaging activities for children while under YMCA supervision.

You will greet families, maintain a clean, safe space, and follow YMCA policies. Prior child-care experience and a high school diploma or GED are preferred, with a minimum age of 15.