PAY RANGE: $11.24 - $16.37/hour
JOB TYPE: Part Time
LOCATION: Allegheny YMCA
600 W North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
We are hiring the following Part Time positions in Kid Zone:
- Kid Zone Aide (minimum 16 years of age)
- Kid Zone Counselor (minimum 18 years of age)
POSITION SUMMARY
The Kid Zone Aide and Kid Zone Counselor provide direct services to program participants including the delivery of supervision, program curriculum and interaction with parents. The ultimate goal is to provide quality experience to children, parents and the community with a focus on the YMCA core values of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Caring.
OUR CULTURE
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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ensures child safety.
- Implements curriculum within the established guidelines.
- Supervises children and all activities. Engaging with children at all times.
- Maintain open lines of communication with parents in regard to their child's behavior, health and development.
- Completes and maintains program records, including attendance records, incident reports and discipline forms.
- Assists in maintaining program site and equipment.
- Attends and participates in all staff meetings and staff training.
- Honor the confidentiality of information.
- Familiarize self with policies in the employee handbook and onsite procedural manuals.
- Completes all other duties as assigned.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Inclusion
- Community
- Values
- Quality Results
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 16 years of age.
- CPR, Pediatric First AID with Airway breathing, AED certifications or ability to obtain within 30 days.
- Two years' experience working with children preferred.
- Flexible schedule, may include evening and weekends or special events staffing.
- Have enthusiasm and creativity in children's programming.
- Have ability to observe and assess behavior and apply appropriate and effective behavior management techniques.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee needs sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to use a computer for periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
- The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
- The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Current driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle for transportation.
Pay: $11.24 - $16.37 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
