Overview The STRONG Kids Assistant will assist in providing quality care in a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment for all children and families that utilize the YMCA STRONG Kids program. All STRONG Kids staff will be responsible for the overall success of day-to-day operations of the STRONG Kids program, as well as being responsible for the high-quality childcare, which includes, but is not limited to, meeting internal and external child and parent needs. Ensures all participants are afforded a quality experience and programs reflect the YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring. Hours vary Monday through Saturday, approximately 12-15 hours per week. Responsibilities • Provides supervisory support at the YMCA M-F 8-11am, M-Th 4-7pm, and Saturday 8am-12pm. • Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, inventory, incident reports, etc.). • Ensure that all staff, children, and parents are respectful of YMCA property; ensure all STRONG Kids rules are followed and enforced. • Work in a team environment and encourage open communication regarding concerns/issues with children, parents or co-workers. • Maintain open communication with the School Age Director and Coordinator. • Comply with the daily cleaning procedures outlined on the cleaning list. • Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled. • Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary. Qualifications • Certifications: CPR, AED, Basic First Aid certification, Child Abuse Prevention, Mandated Reporter within 30 days of hire. • 16 years of age. • Previous experience working with children preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for extended periods of time. • Potential exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids. • Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight. • Must be able to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds. • Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time. • Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking. • Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate. • Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency • Ability to interact with and demonstrate program activities to youth. Benefits • Free Membership • Discounted Programming • Free CPR/AED/First Aid Training • 8% Retirement for Vested Employees • Paid Leave For All • Opportunities for Training and Advancement • Work That Makes a Lasting Difference Posted Salary Range USD $15.00 - USD $22.50 /Hr.