STRONG Kids Attendant

Provides operational, supervisory, and instructional support to the School Age Department for all STRONG Kids Programming. The STRONG Kids Assistant will assist in providing quality care in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment for all children and families that utilize the YMCA STRONG Kids program. All STRONG Kids staff will be responsible for the overall success of day-to-day operations of the STRONG Kids program, as well as being responsible for the high-quality childcare, which includes, but is not limited to, meeting internal and external child and parent needs. Ensures all participants are afforded a quality experience and programs reflect the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Hours vary Monday through Saturday, approximately 6-12 hours per week.

Employee Benefits:

1. Complimentary Individual YMCA Membership with RiverPlex Access

           Single-Parent Household (up to 5 children)- $10 per month

           2 Adult Household (with up to 5 children)- $30 per month

2. Childcare during your shift

3. Discounted YMCA programs

4. Retirement

5. Professional Development Opportunities

1. Provides supervisory support at the YMCA M-F 8-11am, M-Th 4-7pm, and Saturday 8am-12pm.

2. Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, inventory, incident reports, etc.).

3. Ensure that all staff, children, and parents are respectful of YMCA property; ensure all STRONG Kids rules are followed and enforced.

4. Work in a team environment and encourage open communication regarding concerns/issues with children, parents or co-workers.

5. Maintain open communication with the School Age Director and Coordinator.

6. Comply with the daily cleaning procedures outlined on the cleaning list.

7. Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

8. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve

others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and

perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s

point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning;

speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to

another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an

openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Certifications: CPR, AED, Basic First Aid certification, Child Abuse Prevention, Mandated Reporter within 30 days of hire.

3. Minimum of 16 years of age.

4. Previous experience working with children preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.

2. Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

3. Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight.

4. Must be able to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.

5. Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.

6. Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.

7. Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.

8. Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency

9. Ability to interact with and demonstrate program activities to youth.