Youth Programs/Child Care Attendant

Multnomah Athletic Club; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community at a renowned athletic club as a Youth Programs Attendant! This full-time role offers the chance to foster creativity and learning in young children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years. You'll engage kids in fun activities, manage their care, and build positive relationships with families. Enjoy a supportive environment with access to fitness facilities and comprehensive benefits. If you're passionate about making a difference in children's lives and thrive in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Free Access to Exercise Room

Free Parking

Discounted Public Transportation

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on Club Services

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a recreational or educational setting.
• Certifications in CPR and First Aid required.

Responsibilities

• Greet parents and children with a friendly attitude.
• Lead and engage children in fun and educational activities.
• Maintain positive behavior and ensure safety during play.

Skills

Child Care Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Multnomah Athletic Club is more than Portland’s most legendary hub of sports and socializing. It’s like a small city unto itself. Where else can you find four restaurants, three pools, a climbing gym, state-of-the-art studios and fitness suite, a complex of racquet sport courts, massage offerings, a boutique, plus a grand ballroom and variety of events spaces all in one place? To say that every employee of MAC has room to move is an understatement almost as big as MAC’s 600,000 square feet of recreational possibilities.

Want a career with a future? A campus worth exploring? A one-of-a-kind community on which you can have a direct impact? MAC is all of those things and more.

The Role

Are you passionate about fostering creativity, learning, and fun in young children (ages 6 weeks – 6 years old)? We're seeking a vibrant Youth Programs Attendant to join our team and to be a part of something truly special at MAC. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

This position is full-time, fully on-site role at our club in Portland, OR. Must be available for a minimum requirement of Monday-Friday from 8:15am – 2:15pm with the potential to gain more hours depending on availability outside of the shift times listed above.

What You’ll Do

• Positive Interaction: Greet parents, children, and guests with a friendly and upbeat attitude. Establish and maintain positive relationships with families, staff, and children.
• Child Care: Help children transition into care, managing separations in a calm and comforting manner. Attend to children’s toileting, diapering, and hygiene needs as required.
• Activity Facilitation: Lead and engage children in a variety of fun and educational activities, including games, art projects, storytelling, and imaginary play. Monitor individual and group play, ensuring safety and enjoyment.
• Behavior Management: Maintain positive behavior among children by redirecting misbehavior or moving children to a safe, quiet area if necessary.
• Record Keeping: Update children’s records as needed and ensure that all information is accurately maintained.
• Teamwork: Collaborate with other staff members and communicate effectively with parents and children to create a supportive environment for all.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Child Care Experience: Previous experience working with children in a recreational or educational setting preferred.
• Certifications: CPR, First Aid, and Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect training (or obtain within 90 days of hire).

• Interpersonal Skills: Competence, sound judgment, and self-control in working with children and parents. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and members.

• Additional Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, ability to perform essential job functions including frequent lifting, carrying, standing, walking, sitting, lift and carry children weighing up to 60 lbs., ability to set up, clean, and put away furnishings and equipment which include play structures and large bouncy houses, ability to work in areas exposed to loud noises on a routine basis, ability to work occasional evening and weekend events.

What You'll Gain

At Multnomah Athletic Club, we believe in taking care of our team members. We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure your well-being, both inside and outside the club. Here's what's in it for you:

• Full-time employees: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Facility access: Free access to our exercise room and classes, climbing gym, and pools.
• Convenience: Free parking and discounted public transportation passes.
• Retirement: Participate in our 401(k) program with an employer match.
• Well-being: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and the Headspace wellness app for free.
• Perks: Enjoy discounts on club services and meals.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey where every day brings new adventures, we invite you to apply for the Youth Programs Attendant position at MAC. Together, let's inspire the next generation and create lasting memories! #LI-Onsite

The Multnomah Athletic Club is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.