Drop In Childcare

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.  Under the guidance and supervision of the Childcare Director, the Drop-In Childcare Provider is responsible for providing direction for the children during their stay, along with providing a quality experience to children and parents that focus on the Y values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All Drop-In Childcare Providers are expected to fulfill the following functions:

1. Ability to design, organize and implement age appropriate and developmentally appropriate activity plans
2. Ability to solve practical problems and work through situations of varying gravity
3. Maintain continuing education credits (STARS) required by state licensing
4. Supervise the children, classroom and all activities in a safe environment
5. Conduct parent conferences and maintain positive relationships and effective communication with parents
6. Maintain required program records
7. Attend and participate in family nights, program activities, staff meetings and staff training
8. Understand ratios and youth staff, know the number of youth in program at all times
9. Communicate effectively the behavior of the child and not the character of the child

 In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, Drop-In Childcare Providers will:

• Pursue/participate in ongoing training
• Participate in the annual campaign by giving, campaigning or both
• Attend staff meetings

 QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 16 years of age.
• Alarm/Emergency Procedures training within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• CPR, First Aid and Child Abuse Prevention within 90 days of hire and biannually thereafter.
• Previous experience working with children in a developmental setting is preferred.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to perform all physical demands of the position including leading activities, walking, standing, running, bending, reaching and lifting.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

• Retirement: contribute optional percentage or dollar amount to a 401k or Roth account – YMCA will match up to 4%. Additional retirement contribution annually per Board discretion.
• Personal Time Off
• Free Single Gold Y membership, with discounts on higher tiers of membership
• 50% discount on YMCA Childcare and FREE After School Program
• First Camp session free – 50% off subsequent sessions
• One FREE program per session
• FREE training including CPR Certification

OUR CULTURE

• Welcoming: The YMCA is open to all people and creates spaces where people can belong. 
• Genuine: The YMCA values people for who they are and encourages them to be true to themselves and others. 
• Hopeful: The YMCA believes in people's ability to inspire a brighter tomorrow. 
• Nurturing: The YMCA is with people on their journey to develop their full potential. 
• Determined: The YMCA works relentlessly to strengthen communities. 
• Respect: The YMCA sees all people as equal in worth and value. 
• Responsibility: The YMCA is accountable for actions and impact. 
• Caring: The YMCA is guided by caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. 
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion: The YMCA strives to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. 

 Join us today!