Child Watch Attendant

Company: Santa Monica Family YMCA
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description REQUIRED AVAILABILITY Monday/Wednesday: 4:00-8:00pm Saturdays: 1:00-5:00pm POSITION SUMMARY The Child Watch Attendant is responsible for providing a safe and caring environment for children while engaging the participants in quality, age-appropriate activities. The Child Watch Attendant is also responsible for achieving the mission, goals, and objectives of the Santa Monica Family YMCA. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ability to work effectively with others in alignment with the YMCA 4 Core Values Models the 4 Core Values in all aspects of position responsibilities Plan and coordinate the provision of age-appropriate activities and events for participants Supervise participants, ensuring their guidance and safety Interact with participants in a positive manner while being consistent, fair and treating everyone in the program with dignity and respect Follow emergency procedures appropriately to ensure the safety of participants and staff Communicate in a positive and effective manner with all participants, parents, members and co-workers Follow YMCA policies and procedures. Inform appropriate staff of any policy or safety concerns General housekeeping duties including cleaning countertops, wiping down tables, sweeping/mopping/vacuuming floors, taking out trash and locking all doors Maintain professional demeanor at all times to ensure the YMCA image and mission statement are upheld Assist in planning, supervision and implementation of the daily schedule and curriculum Attend staff meetings and trainings Provide support to other departments as needed Wear YMCA staff shirt and name tag during working hours Ability to lead sports, games and age-appropriate activities, monitor behavior and general house-keeping responsibilities Console children and/or carry infants when needed, contact parents via phone when children are upset and/or need diaper changes. Manage multiple tasks simultaneously (including checking in/out, watching children, etc.) Respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency Open/Close Child Watch Center on time and perform all opening/closing duties. Assist with and/or lead Parent's Night Out Assist with birthday parties and Family Programs/Events Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Previous experience working and caring for children. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Must have a warm and friendly personality and the sensitivity to meet the needs of a diverse population Possess a genuine interest in people and the ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with staff, volunteers, members, and the general public. Excellent customer service experience and organization skills Strong self-starter and initiator with a passion for service and relationship building. CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross American Heart Association American Safety & Health Institute

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