The posting
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:
Responsible for the safety and well-being of the children in the YMCA Child Watch Program
Supervisory Responsibility:
X No Supervisory responsibility
¨ Provides guidance, leadership, or training to other employees (no direct supervision)
¨ Directly responsible for supervising non-exempt, clerical, or office administration personnel
¨ Directly responsible for supervising exempt, professional, or technical employees
¨ Directly responsible for supervising supervisory/managerial employees
Organizational Structure:
Job title to which this position reports: TBD
Job titles directly reporting to this position: None
Job titles indirectly reporting to this position: None
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Opens and closes Child Watch room as required
Is the last person to leave the room and locks door before leaving the building
Checks first aid kit and OSHA equipment, and knows its location
Keeps certifications current and up to date
Takes full charge in case of accident, and follows appropriate emergency procedures
Properly fills out accident reports when necessary
Promptly fills out and turns in payroll sheets to supervisor
Enforces safety regulations (i.e. keep children out of cabinets and drawers, etc.)
Reports all unsafe and unsatisfactory conditions to supervisor
Cleans toys and equipment daily
Changes sheets on crib daily
Changes diapers on children often
Has parents sign-in and sign-out, and collects appropriate number of coupons
Continually plays and interacts with the children while they are in your care
Is courteous and greets the parents/guardians who come into Child Watch
Wears name tags at all times
Enforces no food/snacks policy
Other duties as required
Customer Service Standards:
Staff Engagement:
Greets all children with a smile and by name
Provides ongoing feedback on the child’s progress and development
Is proactive and responsive to parents needs when concerns occur with their child
Facility Excellence:
Provides a safe and clean environment for all kids
Is knowledgeable about the other service area programs and offerings
Show:
Is proactive and responsive to parents needs when concerns occur with their child
Builds lasting positive relationships with parents and their kids
Required Competencies:
Mission Advancement
Values - Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.
Community - Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
Collaboration
Inclusion - Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
Relationships - Builds rapport and relates well to others.
Communication - Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
Operational Effectiveness
Decision Making - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Quality Results - Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth
Self Development - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
Emotional Maturity - Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships
Functional Expertise - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Documentation of physical examination and TB skin test
Clear the local jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and/or fingerprinting
Must have the critical skill of being able to relate to parents, school staff and children and have a positive, creative attitude
Must be able to work as a team member
Must be able to effectively communicate with children and parents
Must understand and be committed to working with diverse population and to YMCA character development
YMCA Leadership Certification:
Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification
Working Conditions:
Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Must be physically active to play games and sports with the children
Must be able to pick-up at least 35 pounds
Must have visual acuity to observe all children



