Play Care Attendant

Main Salvation Army; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Play Care Attendant I to provide safe, caring, and engaging supervision for children in the Play Care Center. The attendant will follow center policies, ensure security, and support children's wellbeing.

Hours include morning or evening shifts, with Saturday availability required. This position emphasizes customer service, safety, and teamwork within a faith-based organization.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience working with children.
• CPR and Infant/Child First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to pass TSA/Salvation Army background checks and attend safety training.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to the community and ensure courteous service to customers and members.
• Adhere to Child Safety policies and procedures.
• Relate joyfully and sensitively to children and attend to their individual needs.
• Apply positive discipline consistently and supervise children vigilantly.
• Maintain safety, security and confidentiality in the Play Care area and at all times.
• Operate required systems (Traction Rec, Kid Check) and report security concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the Play Care Area and participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Experience with children

Behavior management

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Job Category: Childcare/Day Care/Day Camp

Requisition Number: PLAYC026280

• Posted : October 27, 2026
• Part-Time
• On-site
• Rate: $14 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

Schedule

Seeking applicants with either Morning (8:00am - 1:00pm) or Evening (3:00pm - 7:00pm) availability. Must be available on Saturdays.

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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide great customer service to the community; see that all customers, clients and members are given prompt and courteous service.
• Follow all Child Safety policies and procedure.
• 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 Traction Rec system.
• Must be able to operate Kid Check and Traction Rec computer system and secure Kid Check system at 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.
• Make sure that the facility remains secure by keeping windows and doors locked and by 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.
• Have at least one year of successful experience working with children.
• Have the skills and abilities to work successfully with the challenging behaviors of children in our care.
• Provide documentation of Infant/Child CPR and Infant/Child First Aid or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to pass City of Coeur d’Alene Criminal History Background Check as well as TSA Child Safety background clearance.
• Must attend TSA Child Safety training.
• Demonstrate the ability to relate positively and energetically with staff, clients, members and customers.
• Must have the ability to maintain a non-judgmental attitude in working with customers, clients, members and staff.
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Thrive in a team-oriented environment. Be a team player.
• 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 helpful.

Physical Requirements

• Have uninhibited physical mobility in bending and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Be capable of auditory and visual oversight of the children and staff.
• Be able to verbally interact with the 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.

CPR/AED

Novice

Behaviors

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Loyal

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Motivations

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

High School or Equivalent or better.

Experience

Required

Must be 18yrs of age

Preferred

Infant/Child CPR & First Aid

1 year:

Previous experience working with children

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