Child Watch Staff

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Niebur Member Services Director and per the Christian principles of the YMCA, the Child Watch Staff will supervise children ages six weeks through 12 years old at the Niebur Center child watch room. Staff members will establish and maintain supportive relationships with the children and parents and provide a quality experience to children and parents that focuses on the YMCA values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintain a professional, respectful, positive attitude towards employees, members, and participants in YMCA programs.
2. Exemplify the core mission values of the YMCA while performing all duties.
3. Complete required YMCA training according to the Edwardsville YMCA employee policy.
4. Use positive discipline and guidance techniques.
5. Provide an environment where children can feel comfortable, relaxed, happy, and involved in play, recreation, and other activities.
6. Arrive on time for each assigned shift.
7. Give complete focus to the children, free of distractions such as cell phones and personal issues.
8. Update the Member Services Director on any significant developments regarding the child or parent of a child in their room.
9. Supervises the children, classroom, and all activities.
10. Hours are weekday mornings, 8am until 12pm
11. From May through August, additional essential duties will include tasks associated with the Kids’ Corner program.
12. All other duties as assigned.

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to strengthen our community, beginning with you.