Child Watch Attendant (On-Call/Part Time, Year-Round)

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Mountain Recreation is seeking a caring and dependable Drop-In Childcare Attendant at the Gypsum Recreation Center to provide a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for children while their parent(s) enjoy the facility. This role is responsible for supervising children, engaging them in age-appropriate activities, and helping ensure a positive experience for both children and families. Ideal candidates enjoy working with kids, are attentive and reliable, and can create a friendly and supportive environment. This is a great opportunity for stay-at-home parents, with the option to bring your child to work!

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POSITION DETAILS

Job Title: Child Watch Attendant

Location: Gypsum Recreation Center (Gypsum, CO)

Employment Type: On-Call/Part Time, Year-Round 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Overtime Eligible)

Schedule: Work schedules are variable and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, with hours based on the operational needs of the facility.

Supervision Required: Reports to the Gypsum Recreation Center Facility Coordinator and Facility Supervisor.

Supervision Exercised: None

Work Environment and Physical Demands: Duties are performed indoors in an active childcare and recreation environment and require sustained attention to the supervision, safety, and needs of infants, toddlers, and children. Typical physical activities include frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting and carrying children, equipment, and supplies up to 50 pounds, and pushing or pulling equipment and supplies. The position requires frequent interaction with children, families, and patrons and may involve exposure to common childhood illnesses, noise, and periods of continuous activity. Job-related stress may include managing multiple children and competing needs, interacting with challenging participants or patrons, responding to parent or guardian concerns, and periods of sustained activity and demand.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Salary: $17.32 – $19.92/hour DOE; staff in this position are eligible for a $1/hour incentive for Spanish/English bilingual and can pass the language competency test.

Benefits: 

• Retirement Savings: 3.75% employer contribution to a 401(a)-retirement account.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to mental health resources, life coaching, financial and legal consultation, and more through AllOne Health. 
• Paid Time Off: Accrued sick leave in accordance with HFWA.
• Facility Access & Memberships: Complimentary access to all three Mountain Recreation facilities and a free membership to the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Program Discounts: 20% off facility programs for employees and immediate family members.
• Family Discounts: Discounted punch cards for immediate family members at the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Outdoor Gear Perks: Access to pro deals on top outdoor industry brands.
• Scholarship Opportunities: Student scholarship programs available.
• Healthcare Options: Opportunity to enroll in Vail Valley Partnership’s One Valley Healthcare Plan—an affordable healthcare program for employees and their families.

Mountain Recreation believes that everyone, including our staff, deserves to be healthy and happy. We foster a culture of accountability and flexibility while offering world-class benefits.

For more details on employee benefits, visit: https://mountainrec.org/benefits-overview/

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

General Statement of Duties: Responsible for providing a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children attending the Gypsum Recreation Center drop-in childcare program. Provides attentive supervision and supports age-appropriate activities to promote a positive experience for children and families.

Examples of Duties:

• Provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where children and families feel comfortable and supported.
• Actively supervise children and participate in age-appropriate activities, games, and creative play.
• Support positive behavior and provide appropriate redirection and guidance as needed.
• Follow established procedures for checking children into and out of the drop-in childcare program.
• Respond to and report accidents, injuries, safety concerns, or other incidents and complete required documentation in accordance with established procedures.
• Follow and consistently enforce drop-in childcare, facility, safety, and other applicable Mountain Recreation policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe childcare environment, including picking up toys and materials; cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, tables, chairs, and equipment; and sweeping, mopping, or vacuuming floors as needed.
• Monitor childcare supplies, cleaning supplies, and program materials and communicate needs to the supervisor.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents/guardians, and patrons and provide courteous and helpful customer service.
• Provide accurate information about Mountain Recreation facilities, programs, activities, and services as appropriate.
• Identify and promptly report potentially unsafe or hazardous conditions to the appropriate supervisor.
• Follow established procedures and seek supervisor guidance when situations fall outside established practices or require additional support.
• Act as a mandatory reporter and comply with all applicable mandatory reporting requirements and Mountain Recreation procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: 

• General knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities, games, and play.
• Basic practices for maintaining a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children.

 Skills and abilities: 

• Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with children, parents/guardians, patrons, and coworkers.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong customer service skills and a welcoming, helpful approach.
• Ability to actively supervise and engage children of varying ages and needs.
• Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Ability to remain patient, attentive, and flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple needs and responsibilities while maintaining attention to detail and participant safety.

Requirements:

Education and experience

• Must be at least 15 years of age; AND
• High school diploma or equivalent, or current enrollment in high school.
• Previous volunteer or work experience caring for infants, toddlers, or children preferred; OR
• Any combination of education, training, volunteer experience, or work experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Bilingual Spanish/English skills preferred.

Certifications

• May require possession of or ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

FORWARD TOGETHER

You are welcome at Mountain Rec for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what keeps you active. Recreation is for everyone—and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our organization, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It is in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way we PLAY.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mountain Recreation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Mountain Recreation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Colorado Residents: We are committed to fair hiring practices. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. This position will require the applicant to verify the meeting of a minimum age requirement of 15 years old as such requirement is a bona fide occupational qualification pertaining to public safety and required by law.