Job Location Evansville, IN 47708 Salary Range $10.00
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:
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.
Complete required abuse risk management training.
Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising youth.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Assist with daily activities for children, guide them through these activities, and remain active with them through all activities
Responsible for the children's safety, supervision, and activities in the room.
Communicate child progress and/or problems with parents as needed.
Maintains the rooms orderly, ensuring daily sanitizing/cleaning and basic health and safety codes are always met
Communicate with the Childwatch Coordinator about any concerns, maintenance issues, and supply needs.
Ensure that an accurate sign-in/out log and file log sheets are completed at the end of each shift.
Builds relationships with members; helps members connect and the YMCA.
Changing diapers or assisting with toileting.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
QUALIFICATIONS:
CPR/AED, First Aid, Oxygen, and Blood Borne Pathogen training is required within 60 days of employment.
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all community social and economic segments
Previous customer service, childcare, or other related experience.
Basic knowledge of computers.
Our Mission
The YMCA of Southwestern Indiana, Inc., following the example of Jesus Christ, responds to community needs, by serving all people, especially youth, through relationships and activities that promote healthy spirit, mind, and body.
Our History
Founded in 1857 by E. H. Sabin, the YMCA is a volunteer based organization that contributes to the lives of boys and girls, and men and women of all ages, races, religions, and economic backgrounds. We are a not-for-profit organization with the unique opportunity to touch the lives of infants through seniors throughout the community.
The YMCA of Southwestern Indiana is blessed to offer the community five YMCA Branches that are committed to building strong kids, strong families, and strong communities by providing programs based on five basic character values–Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith in Christ our Lord and Savior.
The Ascension St Vincent, Dunigan Family, Childcare Services, Community Outreach and Camp Carson Branches are part of a worldwide movement in more than 130 countries, with over 2500 Branches in the United States. If you would like to find out more about the YMCA movement or locate a YMCA you would like to visit please visit the YMCA of the USA.
