Child Watch Associate II

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Child Watch Associate II is responsible for planning, leading and supervising the Child Watch program. This position will work directly with the children and parents, providing a hands-on example to the staff team.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, but we also offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:

Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.

50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, and aquatics.

20% Discount on Personal Training.

12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.

403b Retirement Savings Plan.

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 nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Provides direct leadership to Child Watch staff team.

Schedules staff team according to suggested ratios and attendance patterns.

Assists in hiring, training, performance reviews, coaching and terminations of part-time staff members.

Provides leadership of daily activities ensuring children have multiple choices of activities and that they are provided with activity focused on movement, arts, imaginary play, reading, etc.

Provides guidance to staff in proper response to parent questions / concerns.

Provides exemplary customer service.

Ensures participant safety – including check-in / check-out procedures, sick children, discipline issues, and activities.

Maintains positive relations at all times with members, participants, and co-workers.

Assists in all areas of the Y operation as requested by management.

Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers

Attend/complete required abuse risk management training

Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers

Follow mandated reporting requirements

Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities

Must be at least 18 years old.

Minimum three years of experience working with children and customer service.

Minimum of 6 months of experience in a leadership role.