Child Watch Associate
About The Position
The Child Watch Associate is responsible for providing a safe and caring environment for children while in YMCA care. The Child Watch Associate works with their supervisor to create a fun and engaging birthday at the YMCA. Engages with parents and children in a positive way in both Child Watch and during birthday parties to further the mission of the YMCA of Greater Brandywine. The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Requirements
- Must be at least 15 years of age or older
- Experience with children preferred
- Obtain and maintain all additional new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
- Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
- Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
- Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
- See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the safety and whereabouts of the children in the group at all times, providing a safe, interactive program.
- Maintain a clean and risk-free room arrangement.
- Maintain records, including, (but not limited to): accident and incident reports, sign in/out sheets, attendance records.
- Greet parents and children daily using names in all interactions.
- Report and/or direct parental concerns to supervisor.
- Use positive, age-appropriate behavior management tools, including redirection and positive reinforcement, using the Y voice at all times.
- Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
- Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
- Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings and optional 403B retirement savings plan.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
- Career development and paid training
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
