Kids Zone Staff (Maple Location)
Summary
Supervise and engage children in a safe, interactive after-school program, ensuring their well-being and supporting daily childcare operations.
YMCA OF GREATER KALAMAZOO JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Kids Zone Staff (Maple Location)
Status: Part-Time
Pay Rate: $13.73
Reports to: Maple Kids Zone Coordinator
Position Summary:
Work together with a team of caregivers, providing interactive experience to children in a safe environment. Make an impact on the community and the lives of our members.
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 make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential Functions:
- Be available during a portion of operating hours, 8AM-7:30PM.
- Interact with children and monitor safety.
- Perform daily childcare operations.
- Be comfortable addressing parent, child, and staff issues.
- Share responsibility for the safety and care of up to 35 children.
- Assist in the maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Address members and their children with kindness and care.
- As required by Michigan law, report any suspected incidence of child abuse or neglect.
YMCA Competencies (Leader)
Mission and Community Oriented: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
People Oriented: Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Results Oriented: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Personal Development Oriented: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process.
Benefits:
- Paid sick leave
- 12% Funded Retirement Savings
- Free Family Membership and program/activity discounts