KIDS CLUB COUNSELOR

## Description

BE A PART OF SOMETHING GREAT

This position supports the work of the YMCA, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Kids Club Counselor will provide direct care for children ages 6 weeks - 12 years in our Kids Club room. The staff member will act as a teacher at least 4 hours per week, and will organize appropriate activities and play with participant’s ages 6 weeks to 12 years.

Job responsibilities

• Arrive to work dressed properly with appropriate uniform and name tag
• Sign In/Out accurately on time sheet and turn in time sheet according to deadlines set on payroll schedule and review for error
• Ensure health & safety of each participant.
• Greet parents and participants in friendly and professional manner.
• Plan, conduct and participate in activities with participants.
• Assist toilet trained participants with bathroom duties.
• Notify parents when child’s diaper is soiled or change diaper if authorized.
• Remove any unsafe items.
• Do not release child to any person other than the person that dropped child off.
• Initiate the rotation of toys.
• Clean room, equipment & supplies.
• Sign in & outs / record totals, etc.
• Submit requisitions to Coordinator for supplies before they are needed.
• Maintain program supplies and equipment.
• Ensure all toys are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.

## Qualifications

• 16 years old
• Ability to provide proof of current CPR and First Aid Certification
• Experience working with children
• Ability to work cooperatively with youth, parents, staff
• Joy and satisfaction in working with children
• Ability to work with general supervision
• Background check cannot contain offenses restricted by state law

Employee Benefits Include

• Free FAMILY Membership
• Flexible Work Schedule
• A Team Atmosphere
• Discount on Y Programs
• Discount on Child Care

The Kenosha YMCA has **zero tolerance** for abuse of youth in its programs by employees or volunteers and will follow child abuse prevention policies, comply with mandated reporting requirements, and cooperate with law enforcement.