Kids Zone Counselor

Overview

This is an on-site, part-time position with variable scheduling during Kid Zone hours. Compensation: $21.30/hour.

Facilitate group games, arts and STEM in a drop-in care program. Every day hundreds of children utilize our Kids Zone drop-in child care centers within our membership facilities, engaging in activities and building new relationships with our staff and other participants. You will be part of an amazing staff team who provide enrichment and safe supervision, teach teamwork and social skills, and support children as they grow and learn.

You will develop and implement program activities while building positive relationships by providing prompt and courteous service to members, participants, and guests. You will also support other programming such as Parents Night Outs, Birthday Parties and Family Nights and events.

• Snoqualmie Valley YMCA Kids Zone Hours of Operation
• Monday-Thursday
  • 9:15–11:15 am | 6 weeks–9 years
  • 4:15–7:15 pm | 6 weeks–9 years
• Friday
  • 9:15–11:15 am | 6 weeks–9 years
• Saturday
  • 9:00 am–12:00 pm | 6 weeks–9 years
• Sunday
  • 9:00 am–12:00 pm | 6 weeks–9 years

• Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)

• Supervise a group of children to ensure their health and safety and provide a positive experience for each child.
• Implement program activities. May be asked to assist in planning activities.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Professionally engage with parents/guardians to provide pertinent information about their child’s experience and to promote upcoming programs.
• Ensure that toys and equipment are clean, safe, set up and stored properly.
• Attend staff meetings and training programs as required.
• Other duties as assigned

• 16 years of age or older.
• Six months or more previous experience working with children; camps, child care, tutoring, nanny, coaching.
• Other applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.
• Ability to model and demonstrate Y values: caring, respect, responsibility and honesty.
• Experience planning and implementing group activities preferred

• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical activity, sexual orientation, etc.). Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

• Thrive on working in a collaborative environment.
• Are very adaptable.
• Have high ownership and strong work ethic.
• Are a great problem solver who can think on your feet.
• Truly enjoy being of service to people.
• Like being part of a team that cares about one another as people and enjoys working together.
• Want to know that the work you do contributes to building a better, stronger community for all.

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.