Child Watch Associate (Part-Time)

Child Watch Associate

Do you enjoy watching over children while creating a safe and fun atmosphere? If so, please consider applying and joining the Leominster Community Branch YMCA's child watch team!

Under the supervision of the Senior Member Experience Director, the Child Watch Associate ensures the safety of all children in their care. This is the perfect job for moms, bring your little one with you while your older children are at school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervise a group of children and program activities for children from 3 months old to 12 years old.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and standards as established by the law or the YMCA (e.g., safety or emergency procedures, behavior guidance strategies, child abuse prevention policies)
• Speaks in a tactful and courteous manner to parents, YMCA members, and fellow staff.
• Projects a professional image, including neat appearance, positive manner and dependable attendance.
• Attends and participated in program activities and staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 16 years old
• Previous experience working with children preferred
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications required within 30 days of employment
• Previous experience with diverse populations preferred

Schedule: Looking to fill morning shifts between the hours of 5am to 12pm. Please let us know your availability!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00/hour. Plus, access to YMCA facilities for all YMCA employees, Employee Assistance Program, and Sick Leave

The Y: We're for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are a safe place for children, teens and vulnerable populations, and all staff, regardless of their role within the organization, are required to ensure the trust that families place in us is earned each and every day. Child protection is every employee's job, and employees may not begin work until they are trained. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to strengthen our community, beginning with you.