Job Description
Job Location: Huntington Beach Family YMCA - Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $16.90 - $20.45 Hourly
The YMCA of Orange County is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are actively seeking highly engaged, intentional, and service-oriented individuals for part-time Kid Zone Staff positions.
This role is a profound opportunity to directly impact the lives of the communities we serve by fostering genuine connections, practicing exceptional hospitality, and creating a safe, positive, and enriching environment where every interaction is meaningful. The Kid Zone Staff will help support an engaging and well supervised setting for all participants while promoting an atmosphere where every child feels included and supported.
Location: Huntington Beach
Work Schedule:
- Monday & Wednesday 3:45pm - 7:00pm
- Saturday 7:45am-11:30am
Purpose and Impact:
- Be a Mentor:
- - Build supportive, positive relationships with children and families, model YMCA values, and encourage growth, confidence, and belonging.
- Prioritize Safety:
- - Maintain a healthy, secure environment through active supervision, safety checks, and proper response to incidents and emergencies.
- Inspire Positive Engagement:
- - Lead developmentally appropriate activities, follow daily schedules, and promote positive behavior that enriches each child’s visit.
- Build Positive Connections:
- - Provide welcoming, responsive service to families, encourage participation in YMCA programs, and contribute to a professional, collaborative team culture.
- Job description will be provided during interview.
Minimum
Qualifications:
- Minimum Age: 16 years with valid work permit.
- Experience & Skills:
- - Preferred 2 years work experience with children ages 6 weeks to 11 years old.
- - Experience in customer service preferred.
- - Excellent communication and organization skills.
- Certifications:
- - First Aid and CPR certifications required (training provided and paid for by the YMCA).
Benefits & Perks: Invested in You
- FREE YMCA Membership, Classes, and Pool Access.
- FREE Training & Certifications.
- Program Discounts (up to 100% off childcare).
- Retirement Fund, Paid Sick Time.
- Medical/Dental/Vision for Full-Time staff.
Learn more about the YMCA and opportunities at: www.ymcaoc.org/careers
Once a conditional offer is made, candidates will be subject to criminal background check, drug screen, and will be asked to provide criminal history. Criminal history will be analyzed on a case by case basis as it related to the position. YMCA of Orange County participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
