Stay and Play Attendant

Piedmont YMCA; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont YMCA invites applications for a Stay & Play staff member in Charlottesville. You will support planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, under the Youth and Family Coordinator. Evening shifts (4-7pm) with some Saturdays preferred, in a Stay & Play setting.

Position requires engagement with families, maintaining a safe area, and assisting with check-in/out. Prior experience and certifications in child care are valued.

Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications are required or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Experience with children aged 6 weeks to 12 years is highly preferred.
• Must be available Monday–Sunday with varying hours.

Responsibilities

• Engage with children while supervising the group.
• Deliver age-appropriate activities in Stay & Play.
• Maintain Stay & Play area and equipment needs.
• Assist with check-in/check-out procedures and parent communication.
• Attend staff meetings and training as required.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

ADA compliance training

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Brooks Family YMCA - CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22902

Salary Range: $14.00 - $15.00

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to nurturing the potential of children, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. Under the direction and supervision of the Youth and Family Coordinator, the staff will assist in planning, developing, and implementing all curriculum and program activities in the Stay & Play program.

Successful applicants should be available to work weekday evenings (between 4-7pm), with some Saturday availability preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Engages with children while keeping supervision of the group.
• Nurtures children through purposeful programming dedicated to building achievement and belonging in youth and relationships among youth and within families.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents. Engages parents as volunteers and connects them to the YMCA.
• Maintains Stay & Play area and informs the supervisor of any equipment or supply needs.
• Cleans and sanitizes Stay & Play area and toys appropriately.
• Maintains required information during the check-in and check-out process.
• Attends and participates in mandatory monthly staff meetings, as well as staff training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

• Advancing Our Mission & Cause: Engaging Community, Volunteerism, Philanthropy, Change Leadership
• Building Relationships: Collaboration, Communication & Influence, Inclusion
• Leading Operations: Critical Thinking & Decision Making, Fiscal Management, Functional Expertise, Innovation, Program/Project Management
• Developing & Inspiring People: Developing Self & Others, Emotional Maturity

QUALIFICATIONSQUALIFICATIONS

• At least 16 years of age (age requirements may vary due to staffing needs at a particular time).
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications, and Child Abuse prevention training within 90 days of hire date.
• Ability to plan, organize and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate activities within Stay & Play area.
• Experience developing positive and authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.
• Experience working with children aged 6 weeks to 12 years highly preferred.
• Must have availability Monday – Sunday and can work varying hours.

Understands the YMCA is a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• The employee frequently is required to sit (including on the floor) and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.