Child Watch Associate- Teen/Family
Company: Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges
Location: Hamburg
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Essential
Functions: Supervise children in the Child Watch room and other
assigned areas; scan room/area for potential harmful situations.
Redirect children using positive reinforcement and redirection
techniques within the guidelines of the YMCA. Engage with and
welcome every child within the guidelines of the YMCA. Engage with
parents in a positive and respectful manner. Ensure that all
children are dismissed to designated parent/guardian. Arrive no
more than 10 minutes before the start of the room’s opening and
stay until the end of shift, unless otherwise requested by
supervisor. Clean and maintain the Child Watch, Game Room, and
Center at the end of each shift. Attend and participate in open
houses, program activities and events, staff meetings, and staff
training as requested by supervisor. Requirements/Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. Prior experience working with
children is preferred. Moderate knowledge of the ages and stages of
children. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to understand
positive guidance and reinforcement techniques. Ability to react to
emergency situations within the policies and guidelines of the YMCA
and in a calm and professional manner. Ability to work under
minimal supervision and making sound decisions within the
guidelines of the YMCA. Ability to communicate with a wide variety
of members and guests in a professional manner, displaying tact and
diplomacy when needed. Part-Time We offer a competitive
compensation and benefits package, which includes paid sick leave,
a legal plan, disability insurance, life insurance, 12% retirement
benefits upon eligibility, a 403 (b) plan, an employee assistance
program, professional development opportunities, Metro Y program
discounts, and complimentary use of YMCA facilities.
Requirements:
Keywords: Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, Passaic , Child Watch Associate- Teen/Family, Education / Teaching , Hamburg, New Jersey
