Youth Development Attendant at Candler YMCA

YMCA of Western North Carolina; Candler (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Western North Carolina is seeking a Youth Development Attendant to supervise children in the Youth Development Center. This part-time role involves ensuring safety, planning activities, and engaging positively with children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Candidates should be at least 15 years old and working towards a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for previous childcare experience.

Benefits

Free YMCA membership

Discounted memberships and program fees

403(b) savings account on day one (optional)

Access to YMCA retirement plans and professional development

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Previous childcare experience preferred.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in the YMCA Youth Development Center.
• Plan and supervise children's activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe area.

Skills

Communication

Child Supervision

Decision Making

Education

High school diploma or GED (working towards)

Job description

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About Us
The nonprofit YMCA of Western North Carolina strengthens local communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Founded in 1889, we engage more than 100,000 people – regardless of age, income, or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the region’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support the community. We do this through seven YMCAs, dozens of program sites, and YMCA Camp Watia. As the state’s largest provider of licensed school-age childcare, we give more than 1,000 children a day the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. We are made up of people of all ages, from all backgrounds, working side by side to ensure that everyone can reach their full potential with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, and they guide everything we do. We are committed to being an organization that exposes and addresses social constraints that limit and/or negatively affect all humans from all walks of life. We recruit staff who are passionate about giving back to the community, helping people, and upholding our core values. For more information, please visit ymcawnc.org.

About The Role
As the Youth Development Attendant, you will supervise children in the YMCA Youth Development Center. You will provide safe and enjoyable childcare for members and their children, ensuring the safety and well-being of each child. You must maintain visual and auditory supervision at all times and create a fun, playful atmosphere. Responsibilities include planning and supervising children's activities and performing general housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe area.

Attendants are required to follow YMCA policies, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergency procedures.

Essential Functions

1. Greet members and children enthusiastically; learn the names of children and parents.
2. Perform check-in and check-out duties.
3. Exhibit honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, reliability, flexibility, maturity, and good decision-making skills.
4. Maintain a professional, courteous, and positive attitude at all times.
5. Engage actively with children during each shift.
6. Familiarize with program offerings and refer members to appropriate departments.
7. Communicate issues to supervisors or the Manager on Duty.
8. Keep the facility safe and clean during and after programming.
9. Attend all required trainings, meetings, and activities.
10. Assist in emergency situations as outlined in procedures.
11. Maintain a positive attitude with staff, members, volunteers, and participants.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Working toward a high school diploma or GED.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Previous childcare experience preferred.
• Ability to supervise children aged 6 weeks to 12 years.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work constructively and positively with children, parents, and staff.

Physical Aspects of the Job

The physical demands include moving around the facility, performing CPR and First Aid, standing for long periods, and reaching various heights.

• Ability to move quickly and constantly around the facility.
• Perform CPR and First Aid as needed.
• Stand for extended periods.
• Bend or stoop to reach different heights.

Part-time Benefits

• Free YMCA membership.
• Discounted memberships and program fees.
• Start a 403(b) savings account on day one (optional).
• Access to YMCA retirement plans and professional development.

The YMCA of Western North Carolina is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.