Job Description

$16.50/hr. Plus Free YMCA Membership

Shifts Available:

Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:30pm

Under the direction of the Child Watch Lead, the Assistant will ensure a safe and engaging environment for members and their child. Greets everyone by name whenever possible; extends thanks whenever appropriate; makes relationship building the number one priority at all times. The position is responsible for ensuring that the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA of Greater Rochester is conveyed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow sign in and out procedures, as directed by individual branches.
• Greet each family, introduce self, and be responsible for following all procedures in the room, including the maintenance of ratios.
• Follow all procedures of the room including but not limited to, cleaning schedule, sub-list procedures, call-in procedures and sign-in procedures.
• Actively engage members in the Child Watch room.
• On-time, prepared for work each shift with all necessary requirements (staff shirt, ID tag, proper footwear and all other items as determined by individual branches).

Requirements

• Must be at least 15 and have a genuine interest in working with children ages 6 weeks through school-age.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including possible weekend hours as determined by the department supervisor.
• Must be able to supervise children by sight and sound at all times.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must possess or attain First Aid Certifications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to bend and stoop occasionally.
• Must be able to lift 45 pounds occasionally.

The YMCA of Greater Rochester provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.