Child Watch Attendant

Are you looking for a company that inspires you to do great things? We are looking for Child Watch Attendants that want the opportunity to improve their community, teach others healthy habits, and impact the lives of hundreds of youths. At the YMCA we are on a relentless quest to make our communities stronger through people like you working at the Pueblo YMCA.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• →Supervises and interacts with children at play
• →Develops positive relationships with children and parents
• →Organizes age-appropriate activities
• →Encourages member involvement and identifies potential volunteers
• →Maintains a clean and sanitized environment. Returns supplies to proper places after use
• →Assures parents are signing in children properly and presenting identification
• →Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary
• →Attends staff meetings and trainings as required
• →Obtains a substitute attendant when needed
• →Incorporates the mission, philosophy, and 4 core values of the YMCA in all communication with participants and co-workers
• →Other duties as assigned

• 18 years of age or older
• Demonstrated ability to provide childcare
• 6 months or more work experience preferred
• Ability to relate to, supervise, and provide age-appropriate activities to children, ages 6 months to 10 years
• Possesses mature judgment and sound decision-making
• Ability to communicate effectively with members, peers, and supervisor
• Ability to effectively communicate information on YMCA membership and programs
• Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations

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 make our community stronger beginning with you.