Weekend Youth Programs Attendant

Multnomah Athletic Club is more than Portland's most legendary hub of sports and socializing. It's like a small city unto itself. Where else can you find four restaurants, three pools, a climbing gym, state-of-the-art studios and fitness suite, a complex of racquet sport courts, massage offerings, a boutique, plus a grand ballroom and variety of events spaces all in one place? To say that every employee of MAC has room to move is an understatement almost as big as MAC's 600,000 square feet of recreational possibilities. Want a career with a future? A campus worth exploring? A one-of-a-kind community on which you can have a direct impact? MAC is all of those things and more. The Role The Multnomah Athletic Club is seeking a Weekend Youth Programs Attendant to join our Youth Programs Department. We are looking for staff who are available to work Saturdays 8:30 - 4:30 p.m. (at minimum). This attendant will work in our drop-in daycare facility with children 6 weeks to 6 years old. This is a part-time, year-round, position with the potential to gain more hours depending on your availability outside of the day/hours listed above. The Youth Programs Attendant is responsible for providing a safe, high-quality care for infants and children within the Child Care facility. We are looking for a fun, professional, and enthusiastic individual who loves working with children ages six weeks to six years old. At MAC, Youth Programs oversees an array of amazing spaces and popular programs, ranging from camps and classes to My MAC Playschool. We look for qualified teachers that are ready to shape the next generation of learners and athletes. Opportunities for meaningful, engaging employment abound. Plus, with the club's emphasis on advancement from within, climbing the monkey bars from one position to the next is always in your grasp. Flexible schedules, the potential to creatively shape curriculum, a great benefits package, and plenty of opportunities for professional development and training. A vast variety of club sports programs, not to mention camps and classes ranging from music to crafts to pure fantasy, mean employees rarely get bored of doing the same old thing. Oh yeah, and you get access to the club's facilities for your own personal use, meaning you can play as hard as you work, when you're not working at playing hard, that is." *Many of our staff start out as attendants and moved to lead positions within the department. What You'll Do Interact positively with all staff, parents, children, and guests. Maintain an upbeat and friendly behavior. Greet parents and children upon arrival and departure. Update records of the children as needed. Help parent and child as needed to separate in a manner that reduces anxiety and eases the child's transition into our care. Maintain positive behavior among children; correct misbehavior through redirection or moving the child to a safe, quiet area. Conduct activities with children including games, art or craft projects, storytelling, imaginary play; monitor individual and group play. Tend to children's toileting, diapering, and hygiene needs as needed, following department procedures. What You'll Bring Experience with children infant - 6 years old is preferred but not required. First Aid/ CPR certified and Recognizing & Reporting Child Abuse Neglect training (or become certified within 90 days of hire) Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact effectively with a variety of people under a variety of circumstances. Ability and skill to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and members. Excellent customer service skills are a necessity. What You'll Gain At Multnomah Athletic Club, we believe in taking care of our team members. We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure your well-being, both inside and outside the club. Here's what's in it for you: Full-time employees: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance. Facility access: Free access to our exercise room and classes, climbing gym, and pools. Convenience: Free parking and discounted public transportation passes. Retirement: Participate in our 401(k) program with an employer match. Well-being: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free. Perks: Enjoy discounts on club services and meals. Want a career with a future? A campus worth exploring? A one-of-a-kind community on which you can have a direct impact? MAC is all of those things and more. In MAC's Youth Programs Department, fun is mandatory. That isn't to say employees are forced to have it, but rather, good luck trying not to! In what other professional context are art supplies, toys, and imaginary play viewed as essential equipment? Those who enjoy forming friendships, watching cute kids grow into awe-inspiring adults, and creating a safe space for education and entertainment to flourish inside the largest indoor athletic club in the world - this job's for you! Apply today! #LI-Onsite The Multnomah Athletic Club is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin. Multnomah Athletic Club