Kid Zone Nursery Attendant | Henderson Family YMCA

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Director of Membership, the Nursery Attendant is responsible for responding to needs in the nursery and ensures the safety of all participants. Delivers excellent customer service to all members, guests, and program participants. The Nursery Attendant is responsible for managing the functions of the program in accordance with the stated mission, goals, and policies established by the administrative staff and Board of Directors.

Job Schedule:

Flexibile schedule Monday through Friday with daytime and evenings available.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintains the safety of each child in the nursery; ensures the parent/guardian remains in the facility during the duration of the nursery stay. Greets everyone as they enter the nursery; provides excellent service to members, guests, and program participants in the facility. Maintains awareness of safety procedures and policies. Ensures that each parent/guardian signs the nursery policy and is aware of the rules. Keeps accurate attendance records with arrival and departure times. Ensures that children arrive and depart with a parent/guardian. Supervises infants, toddlers, and children. Changes diapers/gives bottles, if necessary, with parents written consent. Keeps the nursery equipment and play area clean. Recognizes that the success of the YMCA depends on all staff working together and being a team player means willingness to assist other staff members in doing whatever is required to make the YMCA successful.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent. Previous childcare or related experience preferred. Certifications required within 30 days of hire: CPR/AED and First Aid Excellent interpersonal skills with children and adults. Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds.

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. Dress appropriately; comfortable clothing is acceptable; shorts should be below the fingertips. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to use a computer and be able to communicate using a phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to walk, stand, kneel, and stoop. Must be able to sit on the floor and get back up. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.