Child Care Aide - Irsay

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Thank you for your interest in our Y! Play & Learn The Child Care Aide will be responsible for the care of the children in Play & Learn; ensuring a healthy, safe, and nurturing environment. He/she will foster children’s social, physical, spiritual, and mental growth, and demonstrate the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility and will interact positively with parents to develop a trusting relationship. KNOW HOW • Must be at least 16 years old and have an understanding and knowledge of children, their behavior and development.

• Knowledge in age-appropriate activities (crafts, games, etc.) and the ability to lead group activities. • Ability to use age-appropriate behavior management techniques according to YMCA guidelines. • Maintain current certifications in First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, Safety & Risk Management, New Employee Orientation and other position-related training required for Play & Learn employees within 60-90 days of employment. • Warm and friendly personality and have the willingness to interact and play with children.
• Understands and accepts the YMCA’s goals and values. • Supervises Play & Learn participants in order to ensure safety and provide caring, nurturing environment. PRINCIPAL RESPOSIBILITIES 1. Assists in providing a quality environment in Play & Learn, taking into consideration the needs of each child and the goals and objectives of the YMCA.

2. Maintains the diapering and feeding schedules, and infant reports as set forth by Coordinator. 3. Be responsible for the safety of the children at all times and to carry out emergency procedures when necessary.

4. YMCA Principles of Child Care, Working with 0-5 Year olds 5. Adheres to and maintains the cleaning schedule. 6.

Continually interacts with the children, when in room and parents as they enter and leave the Play & Learn area (includes greeting parents immediately upon their arrival) 7. Puts safety first in all activities by using developmentally appropriate activities at all times. 8. Professionally handles any conflict or emergency situations that may arise with members or staff.

9. Provides positive interaction with children, parents and staff using the core values as guidelines. 10. Monitors usage of the sign in/sign out sheets, ensuring all parents are signing in and out properly.

11. Shows flexibility in working where needed as numbers of children fluctuate. 12. Reports all concerns or problems to Supervisor, not other employees.

MEMBER INVOLVEMENT SKILLS 1. Be informed and up-to-date on the latest developments in your field. 2. Acquaint members with other YMCA programs and benefits.

3. Develop relationships that promote the building of small communities. 4. Recommend participation in a variety of YMCA programs.

5. Support our YMCA annual campaign, and invite members to participate. 6. Be able to articulate the role and importance of volunteers.

7. Be informed about volunteer opportunities. 8. Provide an environment in which valuing diversity is encouraged and the 40 Developmental Assets can be built and emphasized.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Ability to visibly observe children, even when distracted by noise and activity. 2. Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time.

3. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., transport equipment, serve snack, etc. 4. Ability to bend at the waist and knees and kneel.

5. Ability to walk up and down 20-30 steps. 6. Ability to demonstrate and lead activities.

7. Ability to communicate effectively with parents and children. 8. Ability to reason, solve problems, and make sound decisions even when distracted by noise and activities.

9. Ability to observe and promote safety and security procedures. 10. Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.

EFFECT ON END RESULT • Provide a quality Play & Learn program that reflects a positive image of the YMCA and its services to our parents and children. • Provide a safe and nurturing environment for the children in our care. • Provide positive relationships with co-workers and associates to ensure that YMCA goals are being met • Facility and equipment being maintained in a clean, safe and appropriate manner. • Evidence of the YMCA being recognized as a safe and friendly drop-in childcare facility.

It is the policy of the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis to provide equal employment opportunity to employees and candidates for employment. Accordingly, there shall be no discrimination against any employee or candidate for employment due to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, disability or against disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. This policy is applicable to the policies governing recruitment, hiring and placement, promotion, training, compensation, employment environment, and separation or termination. Compliance with this policy is the personal responsibility of all personnel, especially those whose duties are related to the hiring of new employees and the status or tenure of current employees.

Further, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, the company will cooperate fully in the implementation of applicable laws and executive orders.