The Southeast Volusia Family YMCA is looking for enthusiastic applicants to assist in their Kid Zone. Guided by the mission of the YMCA, the Kid Zone Attendant is responsible for creating a safe and fun environment for children 12 years and under while their parents/guardians use the Y facilities. Drug Free Workplace.
Job-Specific Functions:
- Work cooperatively with all Kid Zone staff in planning and carrying out diverse program experiences that promote an active, healthy lifestyle for participants. Promote good personal relationships, conduct and respect within his/her group and among all other participants, groups and staff.
- Take responsibility for the continuous cleanliness of the Kid Zone areas and the safety of all equipment used.
- Prepare incident reports (legibly and on the proper forms) as required, including health or safety issues concerning participants as they arrive for the program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job-Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to create, build and enhance relationships at all levels of the organization.
- Good judgment under pressure, with the ability to make timely and sound, informed decisions.
- Genuine liking and concern for children of all ages and passion for developing our future leaders.
- Energetic interpersonal skills with willingness and ability to build and retain relationships with a diversity of children, parents, members, guests, volunteers and staff.
- Creativity in planning and generating age-appropriate activities
- Leadership skills in working with children, including the ability to handle difficult children and disciplinary situations, demonstrating self control, compassion, understanding, problem solving and assertiveness to assure the safety of all participants
- Ability to communicate instructions at age-appropriate levels
Minimum Age: 18
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Previous childcare experience strongly preferred
Employment is contingent on passing both a background check and pre-hire drug test.
YMCA Employee Perks:
- Free YMCA membership
- Ability to enroll in 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan from day one of employment
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
