Y Kids Zone Representative

Position: Y KIDS ZONE REPRESENTATIVE
Location: Northern

Y KIDS ZONE REPRESENTATIVE# Y KIDS ZONE REPRESENTATIVESkagit Valley Family YMCA Mount Vernon Hoag Road - Mount Vernon, WA 98273## Overview Salary Range $17.13 - $18.50 Hourly Job Shift Any## Description
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* POSITION SUMMARY:

** Seeking enthusiastic responsible part-time staff to help provide a safe, supervised play environment for the children of the YMCA members and guests while parents or guardians are on the premises. Children range from 1 year to 10 years old. They will help to provide a quality experience to children and parents through our YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.  

Must be able to work weekends.
** ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?
*** You thrive on working in a collaborative environment
* Love working with all kids from diverse backgrounds
* Are very adaptable
* Have high ownership and strong work ethic
* Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet
* Truly enjoy being of service to people
* Enjoy being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoys working together
* Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all
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* ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

*** Supervises a group of children while leading and participating in program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values.
* Models relationship-building skills in all interactions.
* Maintains regular, clear, and concise communication within the area of responsibility.
* Maintains group control at all times and handles all situations sensitively and with a positive attitude.
* Ensures the safety and cleanliness of the program environment.
* Serves as a positive role model and maintains positive relationships with parents, children, and staff.
* Attends all staff meetings and required training.
* Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to dress code, medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
* Other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.## Qualifications
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

*** Must be at least 18 years old.
* Relate well to children with a warm, friendly, and open personality.
* Multi-task-oriented and effective communication skills.
* Previous childcare experience preferred.
* Must be professional, courteous, and friendly.
* Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
* Fluency in a second language desired (with a $1.00 increase in starting wage!)
* Must possess or attain CPR/AED Certifications within 30 days of hire.
** BENEFITS:
** Full-time and part-time employees are supported with the following benefits and perks:
* Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities
* Health Care/Dental Care (Full time)
* Free Household YMCA Membership
* YMCA Retirement Fund
* YMCA Program and Merchandise discounts
* Employee Referral Bonus Program
* Paid Sick Leave
* Paid vacation