Child Watch Coordinator

Child Watch Coordinator

As a Child Watch Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and organizing age-appropriate activities for children ages 6 weeks to 7 years while parents are utilizing the YMCA facilities.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent (preferred).
• One to two years of related experience as a coordinator of people or activities (preferred).
• Ability to use computer and typical business software and office machines.
• Demonstrated skills in customer service, public relations, organizational skills, communications, supervision, and file maintenance.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with [preschool-aged children] and diverse populations.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certifications preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support in planning part-time staff interviews and training.
• Assist in recruiting and supervising volunteers to assist with programming support.
• Plan and organize age-appropriate activities. Play actively with the children.
• Adapt activities to the needs of each.
• Monitor the health and socialization of children daily.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness and order in the child watch area.
• Monitor the drop-off and pick-up of children to guarantee their safety while in our care. Greet parents and help children feel welcome.
• Communicate regarding their child's behavior.
• Monitor the day to day activities to maintain high quality operations to include safety, progress and fun

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled