Job Description

Create a safe place for play so families can thrive together.

The Quincy Kroc Center is seeking caring, dependable individuals to serve as Child Watch Attendants in Huck's Hideout, our drop-in childcare space available to Kroc Center members. In this role, you'll help provide a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for children ages 6 months through 7 years, giving parents peace of mind while they enjoy the Kroc Center's programs and facilities.

If you love working with young children and enjoy supporting families, this is a meaningful opportunity to make a difference every day.

Why This Role Matters

Huck's Hideout plays an important role in supporting families at the Kroc Center by offering quality, short-term childcare in a warm and structured setting. As a Child Watch Attendant, you help create positive early experiences for children while supporting parents' wellness, community connection, and self-care. Your presence helps ensure families feel welcomes, supported, and confident leaving their children in our care.

Position Details

Position Type: Part-time, working up to 19 hours/week

Pay Rate: $15.00/hour

Schedule: Flexible scheduling with a strong need for evening and weekend availability

Child Watch Attendants provide attentive supervision and age-appropriate engagement for children in a drop-in childcare environment. This role focuses on safety, positive interaction, cleanliness, and communication - creating a space where children feel secure and parents feel at ease.

What You'll Do

• Supervise and engage children ages 6 months to 7 years in age-appropriate play and activities
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and positive experience of every child in your care
• Create a welcoming and friendly environment for children and their families
• Communicate with parents regarding their child's needs, routines, or concerns
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-maintained Child Watch area
• Follow childcare safety guidelines and Kroc Center policies at all times

What We're Looking For

• Prior experience working with children (babysitting, childcare, daycare, or similar experience preferred)
• Genuine passion for creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for young children
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with children, parents, and team members
• Basic understanding of child development and safety practices
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately to children's needs and unexpected situations
• First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain certification

Physical & Working Conditions

• Ability to stand, walk, sit on the floor, and move throughout the Child Watch are for extended periods
• Regular bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying children or supplies (up to 25lbs)
• Active participation in play, games, and age-appropriate activities
• Work performed in a childcare environment with moderate noise and activity levels

Employee Benefits & Perks

We believe meaningful work should also be rewarding. As part of the Quincy Kroc Center team, Child Watch Attendants enjoy perks that support wellness, connection, and professional growth, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) - We value work-life balance and encourage time to rest and recharge
• Free Individual Kroc Center Membership - Enjoy access to fitness, aquatics, and wellness opportunities
• Family Membership Upgrade Available - Upgrade to a family membership for just $10/month
• Skill Development - Build experience in childcare, supervision, communication, and teamwork
• Purpose-Driven Work - Be part of a respected, faith-based organization dedicated to hope, dignity, and service
• Pride in Impact - Know that your work directly supports children and families in your community

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About the Quincy Kroc Center

The Quincy Kroc Center redefines what a community center can be. It brings together a center of worship, performance venue, aquatics center, fitness and recreation spaces, classrooms, and special event facilities all under one roof.

Through programs like Huck's Hideout, the Kroc Center provides families with support, connection, and opportunity - helping transform lives and strengthen our community.

Ready to Help Create a Safe Place for Play?

If you enjoy working with young children and want flexible, meaningful part-time work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help support families at the Quincy Kroc Center.

Qualifications

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, minorities, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice systems, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please call Dylan Altmix, Human Resources Assistant, at 217-231-5655.

*The Salvation Army work sites are Drug & Alcohol Free Workplaces, and are totally free of the use, possession or working under the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

*The Salvation Army, as a church, is exempt from participation in federal and state unemployment insurance programs. Upon termination, employees are not eligible for Unemployment Compensation.