The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a Child Watch Lead to join our team!

The YMCA* *focuses on empowering people in all forms, by improving health and well-being and inspiring action in and across our neighborhoods. 

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

As a Child Watch Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe, caring, and fun learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 7 years while parents are utilizing the YMCA facilities. 

*Key Responsibilities: *

• Ensure a safe, caring, and fun learning environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years while parents are utilizing the YMCA facilities.
• Assist and support the supervision of the Child Watch program under the directions of the Program Director.

• Provide a quality experience focused on YMCA core values of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Caring.

   

Are you a good fit?

• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• High school graduate or equivalent (preferred).
• One year or more of related experience (preferred).
• Previous experience working with children of all ages preferably in a program setting and diverse populations.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related office equipment, and the ability to instruct youth classes in sports, games, and activities.
• Possess the knowledge and skills needed to support youth staff and classes.
• Current CPR, First Aid, AED certifications (preferred)
• Able and willing to complete Child Abuse Prevention training on first day and other online or in-person training as required.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).

Wage: $16.54 to $18.28 per hour, depending on qualifications

*Hours:  *Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

*Location: *Mel Korum Family YMCA, Puyallup, WA

Benefits:

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

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Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

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*Ignite your Passion, Live the Y Cause, and Join our Team! *To apply visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org{rel="nofollow"}. 

*The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled. *