Child Watch Lead

The YMCAfocuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Child Watch Lead ensures a safe, caring, and fun learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years while parents are utilizing the YMCA facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will ensure a safe, caring, and fun learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years while parents are utilizing the YMCA facilities.
• You will assist and support the supervision of the Child Watch program under the directions of the Program Director.
• You will provide a quality experience focused on YMCA core values of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Caring.

Are you a good fit?

• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• You are a high school graduate or equivalent (preferred).
• You have one year or more of related experience (preferred).
• You have previous experience working with children of all ages preferably in a program setting and diverse populations.
• You demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem solving skills.
• You have knowledge and skills in program activities and related office equipment, and the ability to instruct youth classes in sports, games, and activities.
• You possess the knowledge and skills needed to support youth staff and classes.
• You have current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications (preferred)
• Able and willing to complete Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and other online or in-person training as required.

Wage:$15.74 to $17.74 per hour, depending on qualifications

Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location:Tom Taylor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA

Benefits:

• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities
• Optional Virtual Teladoc, Dental and Vision Benefits
• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• 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 and merchandise
• Mobile carrier plan discount (22% AT&T, 21% T-Mobile, and 19% Verizon Wireless)

Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team!To apply visit our website atwww.ymcapkc.org.

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.