Youth Staff

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Life at Sea Ltd. seeks an enthusiastic Youth Staff member to plan and lead age-appropriate activities for children and teens aboard our cruise ships, promoting fun, learning, and safety.

You will foster a welcoming environment and build positive relationships with both children and their parents. Responsibilities include organizing games, arts, sports, and themed events; maintaining a tidy youth area; collaborating with ship departments; and attending trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience with children in recreational or educational setting.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Flexibility to work long hours and weekends as needed.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Must pass a background check and drug test.
• Previous cruise ship experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities for children and teenagers.
• Ensure safety and well-being of all children in your care.
• Build positive relationships with children and their parents.
• Assist with organization and execution of special events and themed parties.
• Maintain a clean and organized youth area and inspect toys/equipment.
• Collaborate with Youth Staff and ship departments for a cohesive guest experience.
• Attend mandatory trainings and meetings.
• Act as a role model and promote good behavior.
• Communicate updates to parents and shipboard management.
• Participate in emergency drills and ship safety procedures.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English Fluency

Education

High school diploma

Some college education

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and facilitate a variety of age-appropriate activities for children and teenagers, including games, arts and crafts, sports, and educational programs
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in your care, following all company policies and procedures
• Build positive relationships with both children and their parents, promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment
• Assist with the organization and execution of special events and themed parties for children and families
• Maintain a clean and organized youth area, ensuring all toys and equipment are in good condition
• Collaborate with other Youth Staff and shipboard departments to create a cohesive and seamless experience for guests
• Attend mandatory trainings and meetings, staying up-to-date with all company policies and procedures
• Act as a role model for children, promoting good behavior and enforcing discipline when necessary
• Communicate effectively with parents and shipboard management, providing updates on activities and addressing any concerns or issues that may arise
• Participate in emergency drills and procedures as required by the ship's safety protocols

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent, some college education in a related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children in a recreational or educational setting
• CPR and First Aid certificationStrong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Flexibility to work long hours and weekends as needed
• Fluent in English, additional languages are a plus
• Must pass a background check and drug test
• Previous cruise ship experience is a plus