Child Watch Staff- Melrose YMCA!

Want to have fun in a great job? Meet new people and do valuable work in your community! Join the Melrose Y Child Watch Team! We are currently only seeking individuals who can work Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 4:30pm-7:30pm and Saturday mornings from 8:15AM-11:15AM.POSITION SUMMARY:Provides direction for the program and classroom, and implements program curriculum similar to one of a childcare center. Provides a quality experience to children and parents while they stay in The Melrose Y Childwatch room. The candidate will facilitate a structured environment to enhance the experience. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Help with implementation of curriculum including daily lesson/activity plans. Supervises the children, classroom by sight and sound. Provides daily communication with parents/guardians about child's day verbally, written journals and or white boards. Awareness and adherence to all program policies and procedures as outlined in health care policy, parent handbook and staff handbook. Maintains program site and equipment. Cleans classroom and toys at the beginning/end of every shift. Engages with children and provides daily activities. Attends and participates in family nights, program activities, staff meetings, and staff training at the Melrose YMCA facility. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person's point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology. QUALIFICATIONS:At least 16 years of age. Childcare experience is preferred. CPR, First Aid, AED certifications within 6 months of hire. Child Abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire date. PHYSICAL DEMANDSAbility to plan, lead and participate in activities. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Must have physician's clearance to work with young children.