Play Care Attendant »

Kroccda; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Play Care Attendant I to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children in a vibrant play environment. This role involves engaging with children, providing excellent customer service, and adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a passion for working with children, and the ability to handle various situations calmly. Join this dynamic team and make a positive impact on the lives of children and families in the community while enjoying a flexible part-time schedule.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working with children is required.
• Must have CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and wellbeing of children in the care center.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Customer Service

Child Supervision

Positive Discipline

Crisis Management

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Kroc Recreation Management system

Job description

Job Category: Childcare/Day Care/Day Camp

Requisition Number: PLAYC019665

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• Posted: March 24, 2025
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate: $14 USD per hour

Locations

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Must be available either 8am-1pm or 3pm-7pm

Position Summary

The Play Care Attendant I is responsible for the safety, care, and wellbeing of the children in the Children’s Clubhouse Play Care Center. Attendants will follow the policies and procedures of the center regarding personal conduct and security, as well as demonstrate a true desire to work and play with children.

Looking for an individual who can fill a 3:00pm-7:00pm shift and work occasional Saturdays.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide great customer service to the community; ensure that all customers, clients, and members are given prompt and courteous service.
• Follow all Child Safety policies and procedures.
• Relate joyfully and sensitively to children of all ages.
• Sensitivity to children’s individual needs.
• Use appropriate positive discipline consistently.
• Practice vigilant supervision at all times.
• Handle security and crisis situations calmly.
• Verify membership status through the POS system.
• Handle cash, make change, and operate the Kroc Recreation Management computer system; secure POS area at the close of shift.
• Maintain progressive knowledge of all programs and facilities.
• Be responsible for maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the Play Care Area.
• Adhere to RJKCCC operations as well as all policy procedures as adopted by Administration.
• Observe all safety rules and regulations.
• Ensure that the facility remains secure by keeping windows and doors locked and reporting any security concerns.
• Complete required trainings.
• Attend staff meetings as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

General Qualifications and Proficiencies

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• At least one year of successful experience working with children.
• Skills and abilities to work successfully with challenging behaviors of children in our care.
• Documentation of Infant/Child CPR and Infant/Child First Aid or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Documentation of, or ability to pass, Tuberculosis test.
• Ability to pass City of Coeur d’Alene Criminal History Background Check as well as TSA Child Safety background clearance.
• Ability to obtain eight hours of continuing education annually.
• Must attend TSA Child Safety training.
• Ability to relate positively and energetically with staff, clients, members, and customers.
• Ability to maintain a non-judgmental attitude in working with customers, clients, members, and staff.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Thrive in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
• Ability to empathize and communicate with low-income and vulnerable people.
• Knowledge of Salvation Army policies and procedures is helpful.

Physical Requirements

• Uninhibited physical mobility in bending and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Auditory and visual oversight of the children and staff.
• Ability to verbally interact with children and staff.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)