Child Watch Attendant
YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties
Tacoma, WA
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Child Watch Attendantto join our team.
The YMCA focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods.
As a Child Watch Attendant, you will ensure a safe, caring, and fun learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 7 years while parents are utilizing the YMCA facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Care for children ages 6 weeks to 7 years of age
- Monitor drop-off and pick-up of children
- Play actively with the children by adapting activities to the needs of each
- Communicate with parents regarding their children's behavior and safety
- Assist with maintaining the cleanliness and order in the child watch area
Are you a good fit?
- You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
- You have six months or more of related experience preferred.
- You have a positive attitude and previous experience with youth and diverse populations.
- You have knowledge and skills in program activities and related office equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.
- 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
- Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
Wage: $17.13 to $17.63 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)
Hours: Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week
Location: University YMCA Student Center, Tacoma, WA
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
Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team. To apply visit our website at www.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.