Position Summary:

Provides direct supervision of children in Child Watch by providing all children with a safe, friendly and continuous activity packed atmosphere based on the mission of the Y and to communicate effectively with parents, fellow Child Watch staff and Y staff.

Essential Functions:

1. Supervises the children, Child Watch room, and all activities.
2. Shows intentional interaction with children in the Child Watch area.
3. Maintains positive relations and communication with parents. 
4. Maintains equipment and toy safety and cleanliness.   
5. Maintains required program records. 
6. Attends and participates in program activities, staff meetings, and staff training.
7. Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies.
8. Performs other duties for the betterment of the Child Watch as needed or directed.

Monday-Friday 8:00am-10:00am, 4:30pm-6:30pm.

Employee Benefits

YMCA Usage - Facility usage is free for all employees. Immediate family members may use the YMCA at a discounted monthly price. Immediate family members are as follows: spouse, domestic partner, dependent children and other dependents living within the same household.

Program Fees-Except for certain exceptions, program fees will be reduced by 25% for all employees and their immediate family. * While not working, an employee of the Y can use the child watch service for free up to a 2 hour daily limit. While working, child watch is free and unlimited.

Retirement Options available

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. 

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.

Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well.

Qualifications:

1. Meets educational and experience qualifications established by the Mattoon Area Family YMCA. 
2. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications and Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date.
3. Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting preferred. 
4. Ability to plan, organize, and implement age-appropriate/developmentally appropriate program activities.
5. Previous experience with diverse populations. 
6. Completion of all required staff safety trainings.

Physical Demands:    

Frequent sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time.

Occasional push/pull/carry/lift up to 25 lbs.

Ability to respond to emergency situations.