Kids Zone Attendant​/Birthday Party Host - Palm Harbor

Overview

Location: YMCA of the Suncoast Greater Palm Harbor Branch

Position: Kids Zone Attendant

Rate of pay: $13.50/hr - $13.60/hr

Shift: Morning shift. Looking for highly motivated and energetic staff members to engage with our members and their children.

This position is responsible for direct supervision of children and implementing planned activities.

• Must be a minimum of 16 years of age and work well with children.
• Understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and how it operates as a local, national, and international movement is preferred.
• CPR, AED and First Aid certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Upon hire, must complete Intro to the Ys Cause & Culture, Y's Way to Service & Engagement, and I Hear You:
  Service with CARE.
• Within 90 days of hire, complete Kids Zone University, Preventing Sexual Abuse Between Young Children, Principles of Youth Development, Youth Relationships:
  Creating Positive Interactions, and Youth Affirmations:
  Distinguishing Between Praise and Encouragement trainings.
• Within 6 months of hire, complete Introduction to S.A.F.E, Foundations of Listen First, and Engaging with Families trainings.
• Get SMART preferred.

Must understand their relationship to the children, parents, the Branch, and the YMCA. Must possess character that is above reproach and worthy of emulation by the children. Should show maturity and have the ability to relate to children from all social/economic segments of the community. Must possess effective communication and organizational skills.

May be required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. May be required to stand for extended periods of time while performing job functions. Gives and receives detailed instructions. Required to maintain physical endurance for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions. Must be alert at all times. Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor environment and children's well being.

• 1. Takes responsibility for the leadership and guidance of children.
• A. Acquaints children with rules, activities, daily schedules and area.
• B. Takes responsibility for the safety/welfare of each child including attendance.
• 2. Reports all accidents to the Supervisor, and completely fills out proper health log and/or incident form.
• 3. Plans, organizes, and implements activity plans for special interest activities.
• 4. Create a nurturing and safe environment by reporting suspicious activity that may lead to child abuse or may violate the code of conduct. Keep supplies organized, maintain and clean facility and care for equipment. Takes responsibility for helping maintain good working conditions, inventory, and clean-up after all activities.
• 5. Role models SMART behavior.
• 6. Other duties:
  
  A. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Inclusion, Collaboration, Communication and Influence, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Emotional Maturity.

EEO/DFWP

Please note: This employer 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.

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