Membership - Child Watch - Dunigan Family YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY:
To provide a safe, supervised play environment for the children signed into the YMCA Child Watch and Youth Activity Center while the parents or guardians are on the premises. Children’s ages range from infant to fourteen years of age.

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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
2. Complete required abuse risk management training.
3. Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
4. Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
5. Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
6. Assist with daily activities for children, guide them through these activities, and remain active with them through all activities
7. Responsible for the children's safety, supervision, and activities in the room.
8. Communicate child progress and/or problems with parents as needed.
9. Maintains the rooms orderly, ensuring daily sanitizing/cleaning and basic health and safety codes are always met
10. Communicate with the Childwatch Coordinator about any concerns, maintenance issues, and supply needs.
11. Ensure that an accurate sign-in/out log and file log sheets are completed at the end of each shift.
12. Builds relationships with members; helps members connect and the YMCA.
13. Changing diapers or assisting with toileting.