Y&F Kids Gym Attendant - Centennial

Job Details: Job Location: Centennial Hills YMCA - Las Vegas, NV, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $12.00 - $13.00Hourly, ABOUT THE YMCA:

Established locally in 1944, the YMCA of Southern Nevada is one of the region’s longest-serving and most-respected nonprofit organizations. We are committed to helping people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and income levels – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity and that no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. From childcare to senior programs; sports to education; fitness centers to chronic disease management; and swim lessons to feeding the hungry, the Y is truly for all in its cause of holistically strengthening the foundations of this community.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The YMCA of Southern Nevada is looking for a kids gym attendant. You will play a key role in creating a welcoming and engaging environment for our members. Under the direction of the Youth Development Director, you will supervise groups of children and implement YMCA activities. This is an in person, part-time position at the Centennial Hills YMCA during the hours of 8am-12pm Monday - Saturday.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leads and participates in group activities and performs related skills with children ages 3 months to 7 years old. (i.e., painting, coloring, reading, and motor skills activities).
Follows specific YMCA Camp Standard Operating Procedures. (i.e., check-in/out of participants, parent greeting, cleaning and straightening of supplies).
Implements program activities and special events.
Promotes and embraces Character Development in curriculum.
Serves as a positive role model for program participants.
Builds and maintains a high standard of member service for all program participants.

ABUSE RISK MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS: 

Adhere to policies related to boundaries with children.
Attend required abuse risk management training.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.
Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

WHY WORK HERE?

10 Paid holidays
Generous PTO plan that increases with years of service
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
10% Retirement Contribution* and access to our 403(b) retirement savings account
Annual merit increases for meeting performance goals
Free YMCA Family Membership and program discounts
Free summer camp and 50% off preschool for your children
Become part of a collaborative team that includes dedicated maintenance staff, swim instructors, and children's fitness specialists - so you can focus on what you do best: teaching and nurturing young learners
Opportunity to earn a college degree for free with one class per semester through Nevada's T.E.A.C.H. program
Join an organization recognized as a Nevada Top Workplace
Make a meaningful impact in your community

*Automatic retirement contributions are made to employees 21 years or older after contributing 1,000 hours of service in each of two years.

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 service driven: we go above and beyond to keep people coming back and apply a listen-first and solution-oriented approach to resolving conflicts. We are safety focused: we are proactive in keeping everyone safe and respond promptly to incidents as a team.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This job requires the following physical demands. Reasonable accommodation may be made.
You will need visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency situation.
You will need the ability to adequately observe participant activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate management techniques.
You will need sufficient strength, agility and mobility to supervise program activities in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor locations.
You will need to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. You will need to reach with hands or arms. You will also need to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
You will occasionally need lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
The noise level is usually moderate.

Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or general education (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong skills in: communication, leadership, judgment, and creativity.
Within 30 days of hire current CPR, AED, First Aid Certifications (required)
Minimum age of 16