Kids Zone Representative

Under the direction of the Kids Zone Senior Director and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA, a Y Kids Zone Rep is responsible for supervising and leading activities to engage children in play and learning, while ensuring standards of health and safety are met.

• Lead educational, age‑appropriate and Christian‑valued activities for children ages 6 weeks‑11 years
• Maintain health, safety and cleanliness standards of Kids Zone
• Provide superior customer service to members and their children
• Implement assigned programming
• Maintain accurate records relating to attendance
• Provide care and supervision of children in Kids Zone with emphasis on overall safety and wellness
• Communicate appropriately with other staff members in a positive manner
• Attend staff meetings and complete all required trainings
• Assist with other duties as assigned

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior experience working with children or in a related field preferred
• Ability to work well with children of various ages and abilities
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Willingness to maintain a flexible schedule
• Capable of working as a team player
• Ability to maintain safe environment
• Obtain ASHI (CPR) certification within 30 days of employment (training is provided)

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift and/or assist children up to 50 pounds in weight
• Must be able to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 pounds
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time
• Requires bending, pulling, crouching, leaning, kneeling, and walking, pushing, climbing, and jumping
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in such a way as to be easily understood by children, staff and parents
• Visual and auditory ability to supervise and respond to critical situations with children

• The safety of all children in the assigned area
• The feedback from participants, parents, and Y leadership
• The pleasant environment and smooth operation of the Kids Zone program