Substitute Child Watch Staff

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Substitute Child Watch Staff 

This position is primarily responsible for representing the YMCA personally, professionally, and in a manner aligned with the mission and goals of the YMCA. The Substitute Child Watch Staff Team Member will play a key role in ensuring that all shifts are covered and children are well cared for when other staff members are unavailable. As part of a rotating schedule, this individual will be responsible for covering at least one shift per month if another staff member calls out or takes time off. They will be an essential asset to the Child Watch team, helping maintain a safe, fun, and engaging environment for children while their parents participate in Healthy Living activities at the YMCA.

As a benefit, the individual will receive a YMCA membership for the duration of their employment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide care to children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years, who are members and guests of the YMCA.
• Ensure that all shifts are covered, including stepping in to cover shifts when staff members are unavailable.
• Supervise children during playtime and facilitate activities to keep them engaged in a fun and stimulating environment.
• Create and maintain a safe and welcoming space for children and parents.
• Model YMCA values (caring, responsibility, honesty, and respect) in all interactions with children, parents, and fellow staff members.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times, emphasizing both personal safety and emotional well-being.
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Keeps safety of children as first priority.  Emphasizes personal safety and emotional well-being with the children and parents.
• Never leave the children unattended.
• Provide a fun, safe, and stimulating atmosphere for the children.
• Develop and foster a “family club” atmosphere by participating with members in an enthusiastic, courteous, and friendly manner.
• By personal example, helps to interpret the quality of the YMCA values to children, staff, and parents.   Must be a positive role model.
• Learn all emergency procedures and familiarize yourself with the first aid equipment.  
• Keep room clean of food and small objects which may be deemed a choking hazard.
• Inspect room each morning for possible hazards, clean and vacuum room prior to closing each day.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Performs other duties as requested by supervisor.

Education/Experience:

• Previous experience working with children in a babysitting, child care or school setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults and children alike. 

Skills and Competencies:

• Child Abuse Prevention (or within 90 days of employment) 
• Respect in the Workplace (or within 90 days of employment)
• Others to be determined
• CPR, First Aid, AED

Why work at the Y?  

The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to:  

• Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment. 
• Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions. 
• Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other. 
• Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion. 
• A healthy work/life balance 
• Comprehensive benefits including: 
• FREE YMCA Membership for you. 
• Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons. 
• Discounted or FREE family membership. 
• Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement) 
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package. 
• Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)