at YMCA of Metro Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
Inspiring Change through the Power of Play - Childcare Attendant Opportunity at Irving Park YMCA!
The Childcare Attendant attends to children 2-8 years old in the drop-in childcare at the YMCA.
Salary range starts at $15.86 per hour, flexible scheduling, opportunities to grow within the organization
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Implementation of the daily program, which will include activities that are developmentally appropriate, performed in collaboration with peers to compliment supervision of children
Supervise and lead the activity areas
Assist in planning and preparing the activities
Organize and set up needed materials and supplies
Sanitize toys and play equipment
Maintain a safe play environment
Support the YMCA's mission and center operations as needed
Ensure the proper ratios are maintained
Requirements:
Must have prior experience working with children.
Passion for and commitment to the YMCA's mission and vision
Ability to build rapport with children, parents and families of diverse backgrounds.
Commitment to, and a passion for, the YMCA of Metro Chicago's mission
Demonstrates evidence of YMCA team competencies in previous experience or practice
Meet physical qualifications required as outlined in job description. The YMCA will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.
Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by:
Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Qualifications
Behaviors
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Employment is subject to a background check.
