Y-Play Center Attendant (PT)- Cordova YMCA

YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South is seeking a part-time Y-Play Center Attendant for the Cordova YMCA in Cordova, TN. You will supervise children ages 6 weeks to 12 years in the child-watch program while families use the facility, fostering safe, nurturing relationships and positive peer connections.

The role emphasizes safety, program activities aligned with YMCA values, and collaboration with parents and staff. CPR/First Aid/AED certifications are required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire date.
• Previous experience working with diverse populations.
• Previous experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of each child under their watch (visual and auditory).
• Implement developmentally appropriate activities aligning with YMCA values.
• Maintain program site and equipment; ensure cleanliness of rooms, supplies, and toys.
• Maintain required program records.
• Attend family nights, program activities, team meetings and training.
• Follow and enforce YMCA policies including medical, disciplinary, sign in/out, child abuse prevention, emergencies, and dress code.
• Cultivate positive relationships and communicate with parents, children, and other team members.
• Present a professional image and demonstrate conflict resolution skills and sound judgement.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diversity experience

Childcare experience

Communication

Flexibility

Relationship building

Emergency CPR/First Aid/AED

Job description

Y-Play Center Attendant (PT)- Cordova YMCA

Cordova, TN

Description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Center Attendant is responsible for providing quality care to children 6 weeks to 12 years of age who participate in the child-watch program while their family is using the facility. Creating positive, nurturing relationships with children, while building cooperative relationships with parents/caregivers. Promoting and supports the potential of all youth in programs and facilitates peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall member experience.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the appropriate supervision, safety, and well-being of each child under their watch; both visual and auditory.
• Implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with the YMCA values.
• Maintains program site and equipment (including cleanliness of rooms, supplies, and toys)
• Maintains required program records.
• Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, team meetings and training.
• Follow and enforce all YMCA policies and procedures including those pertaining to medical and disciplinary situations, sign in/out, child abuse prevention, emergencies, and dress code.
• Cultivates positive relationships and maintains effective communication with parents, children, and other team members. Models relationships-building skills in all interactions.
• Must present a professional image and possess conflict resolution skills and demonstrate sound judgement and initiative.
• Other duties as assigned.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: (Leader)

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Previous experience working with diverse populations.
• Previous experience working with children.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to build positive and authentic relationships, and communicate with parents and children.
• Before start of 1st shift:
• New Hire Orientation training and Child Abuse Prevention.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 30 days of hire date.

WORK SCHEDULE

The part-time work schedules may vary per the Y’s hours of operation. Most Y’s are open 7 days a week: Mon. – Fri. 5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sat. 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sun. 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Work Environment And Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Position may require bending, leaning, lifting, kneeling, and walking in both indoor and outdoor environments.

The YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South aims to provide quality and safe youth programs for all. We are committed to making a continuous effort to prevent the abuse of children: verbally, physically, emotionally and sexually. All allegations or suspicions of child abuse are taken seriously and will be reported to the State for investigation with full cooperation from the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South.

Salary Description

$10.00-$12.00