Youth Activity & Care Attendant

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Pueblo West (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA Pueblo is seeking a Child Watch Attendant to supervise children, build positive relationships with families, and support safe, engaging activities in a welcoming YMCA setting. The role emphasizes age-appropriate supervision and adherence to YMCA policies.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with childcare experience and strong communication skills. Duties include sign-in, activity organization, and collaboration with staff to ensure a safe, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Demonstrated ability to provide childcare.
• 6 months or more work experience preferred.
• Ability to relate to, supervise, and provide age-appropriate activities to children, ages 6 months to 10 years.
• Possesses mature judgment and sound decision-making.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members, peers, and supervisor.
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and interacts with children at play.
• Develops positive relationships with children and parents.
• Organizes age-appropriate activities.
• Encourages member involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Maintains a clean and sanitized environment. Returns supplies to proper places after use.
• Assures parents are signing in children properly and presenting identification.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Obtains a substitute attendant when needed.
• Incorporates the mission, philosophy, and 4 core values of the YMCA in all communication with participants and co-workers.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Mature judgment

Safety awareness

Emergency response

Job description

YMCA Pueblo is seeking a Child Watch Attendant to supervise children, build positive relationships with families, and support safe, engaging activities in a welcoming YMCA setting. The role emphasizes age-appropriate supervision and adherence to YMCA policies.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with childcare experience and strong communication skills. Duties include sign-in, activity organization, and collaboration with staff to ensure a safe, supportive environment.