Requirements:

• Qualified candidate is responsible for implementing a safe, positive environment for children participating in the Kids’ Club program
• Must have child care experience
• Candidate must be at least 16 years old or hold a high school diploma
• Have experience working with young children
• Have effective written and verbal communication skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of all children
• Communicate with parents about their child’s experience in Kids’ Club
• Ensure a proper staff to child ratio. This includes finding substitutes when out sick and staying in the Kids’ Club area until your staff replacement arrives for their shift
• Responsible for meeting all quality standards in the program area. Ensure the Director of Membership is notified of any safety or non-compliance issues
• Attend meetings or trainings as required
• Operate all programs with the safety of the participants in mind and abide by all applicable risk management policies
• Follow all Westport Weston Family YMCA policies and procedures
• Foster a positive team orientated environment, encouraging staff growth and development
• Be a positive role model for children and other staff
• Be sure the program area is kept clean and free from potential hazards
• Follow the YMCA’s behavior management policy. Focus on positive behaviors and helping children work through their difficulties
• Report any suspected cases of abuse and/or neglect to the Director of Membership immediately
• Other duties as required

Expectations:

• Providing a high quality and safe program
• Ensuring maximum safety of all children and staff in the program
• Satisfaction among children and their parents participating in the program

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.